Richland County Sheriff James J Bindl reports that on 04-27-18, A Sheriff's Deputy stopped a vehicle on Hwy 80 just south of Hwy 60 in Eagle township due to the registered owner of the vehicle having a felony warrant. During the stop 46 year old Lemuel Anderson of Avoca, who was operating the vehicle, provided a California driver's license that was expired and also had an expired instructional permit through Wisconsin. Anderson did not have a valid license. K9 Rambo was deployed for a "free air" exterior vehicle scenting and had a positive alert to the odor of illegal narcotics inside. A search of the vehicle provided 4.3g of Crack Cocaine, 10.04g of Marijuana, $1,182.00 cash, digital scales and drug paraphernalia. It was also learned that Anderson was out on felony bond from Richland County. Lemuel Anderson was arrested and charged (see charges below). The Muscoda Police Department assisted at the scene.
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The classic meaning of piety is devotion to God. Piety seeks that which is divine in others. Piety is a grace that brings out our spiritual instincts, such as sensing that someone is in need of kindness or nurturing. It is a grace that draws us to interact with those in need and to give generously to those who in an earlier time would have been viewed as competitors.
Another expression of the grace of Piety is to want to give the best of your inner resources to help "illuminate" another who turns to you for guidance.
You call on Piety when you feel yourself slipping into a dark power play with another person, or when you fear that you are becoming contaminated by negative thoughts about others.
The grace of Piety immediately shifts how you view another, enabling you to see with a softer heart.


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Q: How to read multiple ann files (from brat annotation) within a folder into one pandas dataframe? I can read one ann file into pandas dataframe as follows:
df = pd.read_csv('something/something.ann', sep='^([^\s]*)\s', engine='python', header=None).drop(0, axis=1)
df.head()

But I don't know how to read multiple ann files into one pandas dataframe. I tried to use concat, but the result is not what I expected.
How can I read many ann files into one pandas dataframe?

A: It sounds like you need to use glob to pull in all the .ann files from a folder and add them to a list of dataframes.  After that you probably want to join/merge/concat etc. as required.
I don't know your exact requirements but the code below should get you close.  As it stands at the moment the script assumes, from where you are running the Python script, you have a subfolder called files and in that you want to pull in all the .ann files (it will not look at anything else).  Obviously review and change as required as it's commented per line.
import pandas as pd
import glob

path = r'./files' # use your path
all_files = glob.glob(path + "/*.ann")

# create empty list to hold dataframes from files found
dfs = []

# for each file in the path above ending .ann
for file in all_files:
    #open the file
    df = pd.read_csv(file, sep='^([^\s]*)\s', engine='python', header=None).drop(0, axis=1)
    #add this new (temp during the looping) frame to the end of the list
    dfs.append(df)

#at this point you have a list of frames with each list item as one .ann file.  Like [annFile1, annFile2, etc.] - just not those names.

#handle a list that is empty
if len(dfs) == 0:
    print('No files found.')
    #create a dummy frame
    df = pd.DataFrame()
#or have only one item/frame and get it out
elif len(dfs) == 1:
    df = dfs[0]
#or concatenate more than one frame together
else: #modify this join as required.
    df = pd.concat(dfs, ignore_index=True)
    df = df.reset_index(drop=True)

#check what you've got
print(df.head())

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If it's 80s flecked house grooves you are after then look no further.
Firm fav at the Institute of late is this KK re-rub of Convertion's Let's Do It on NY's Nervous records, proving disco can have balls.
The debut release on his own Cold Tonic imprint was a proper double header and a great example of modern house music, both tracks Tun Valve & Squad were absolutely hammered at TNI. Props!
He's a dab hand at editing and giving a pop record a more underground edge as demonstrated here on his rub for the queen of disco Donna Summer!
Proper garage vibes & dusty synths on this great remix that's coming over like Krystal Waters put through a dub blender.
90s house vibes executed authentically on Kerri Chandler's Mad Tech records.
Hometown Dublin label "All City Records" put out a gem of a KK EP which featured the lights up one more tune, piano & 909 stylings of "Tried For Your love".
Finally if you are are gonna touch a classic, make sure you bring something to the table while being respectful of the subject matter like Krystal Klear has here.
This 3hr set will clearly span a fair bit and the vibe will be mighty… see ya there!
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Secondaries firm falls short on fundraising target after two years on the road, according to two people familiar with the matter
Kiel Porter
Monday April 22, 2013 6:17 pm
Secondaries firm Greenpark Capital has closed its fourth vehicle on less than half its original $1.2bn target after more than two years on the road, according to three people familiar with the matter.
Greenpark launched its fourth fund - Greenpark International Investors IV - in late 2010 and held a first close of $100m in March 2011 before then moving to a system of rolling closes, the people said.

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my shooting. Like I always do when I'm between seasons, I contemplated making changes for the upcoming shooting season.
This time around I thought that I might want to switch gears and use my Elite Energy 35 as a real Bowhunter setup and not just a Bowhunter 3D Bow like last year. I put away my Gold Tip Series 22 and ordered a dozen Easton FMJ in the retro Autumn Orange color.
I got the arrows shooting great through paper but I was having one hell of a time shooting consistently. Frustrated, I was determined to get back to shooting like I did when my team won the Stowe Archers Indoor 450 League last winter.
On Thursday Night, while shooting the Stowe Archers Drop-In Money League, it started to come together. I realized that I've been way too tense in my release hand. As soon as I relaxed, my groups tightened up and my score climbed.
At the end of the night, I shot the best score and walked out of the club with an extra $32 in my pocket. I'm quite proud of myself, especially considering we were shooting Inner 10's and I was shooting skinny 5mm arrows.


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Q: How can I use  with a remote file? I have a server dedicated for static contents so I don't want to use the resources dir for storing javascript files but I don't want to stop using the <h:outputScript /> tag.
How can I make that tag generate a link to my static server where the files are located instead of RES_NOT_FOUND. I don't even need JSF to check if the files are there...
I tried: <h:outputScript name="#{requestBean.staticURL}/javascript.js"/>
To generate: <script type="text/javascript" src="http://static.server.com/javascript.js"></script>
But it generates: <script type="text/javascript" src="RES_NOT_FOUND"></script>
What can I do?
SOLUTION:
Daniel pointed me to a nice solution!
I've downloaded the Omnifaces's source code and modified the org.omnifaces.resourcehandler.CDNResourceHandle.createResource(String resourceName, String libraryName) method to:
public Resource createResource(String resourceName, String libraryName) {
    final Resource resource = wrapped.createResource(resourceName, libraryName);

    if (cdnResources == null) {
        return resource;
    }

    String resourceId = ((libraryName != null) ? libraryName + ":" : "") + resourceName;

    String path = cdnResources.get(resourceId);

    if(path == null){
        if(libraryName != null){
            resourceId = libraryName + ":%";
            path = cdnResources.get(resourceId);
            if(path == null){
                return resource;
            }
            path += "/"+resourceName;
        }
        else return resource;
    }

    final String requestPath = path;

    return new ResourceWrapper() {

        @Override
        public String getRequestPath() {
            return requestPath;
        }

        @Override
        public Resource getWrapped() {
            return resource;
        }
    };
}

With this change I can add this to my web.xml file
<context-param>
    <param-name>org.omnifaces.CDN_RESOURCE_HANDLER_URLS</param-name>
    <param-value>
        somelib2:%=http://cdn.example.com/somelib2,
        js/script1.js=http://cdn.example.com/js/script1.js,
        somelib:js/script2.js=http://cdn.example.com/somelib/js/script2.js,
        otherlib:style.css=http://cdn.example.com/otherlib/style.css,
        images/logo.png=http://cdn.example.com/logo.png
   </param-value>
</context-param>

Notice the somelib2:%=http://cdn.example.com/somelib2, this will point any resource in somelib2 library to the relative path in http://cdn.example.com/somelib2, for example:
<h:outputScript name="js/myjs.js" library="somelib2" />
will output:
<script type="text/javascript" src="http://cdn.example.com/somelib2/js/myjs.js"></script>
This works with <h:outputScript /><h:outputStylesheet /><h:graphicImage />, anything that use resources;

A: You can't
Simply because <h:outputScript /> can read only form local resource folder inside your web app
What you could do is use Omnifaces CDNResourceHandler , and here is the JavaDoc
It will allow you to use  with a remote file
Here some code from the showcase
To get it to run, this handler needs be registered as follows in faces-config.xml:
<application>
    <resource-handler>org.omnifaces.resourcehandler.CDNResourceHandler</resource-handler>
</application>

<context-param>
    <param-name>org.omnifaces.CDN_RESOURCE_HANDLER_URLS</param-name>
    <param-value>
        js/script1.js=http://cdn.example.com/js/script1.js,
        somelib:js/script2.js=http://cdn.example.com/somelib/js/script2.js,
        otherlib:style.css=http://cdn.example.com/otherlib/style.css,
        images/logo.png=http://cdn.example.com/logo.png
    </param-value>
</context-param>

With the above configuration, the following resources:
<h:outputScript name="js/script1.js" />
<h:outputScript library="somelib" name="js/script2.js" />
<h:outputStylesheet library="otherlib" name="style.css" />
<h:graphicImage name="images/logo.png" />

A: I think you don't need that. It is used to display a script taken from archives in your classpath. For a regular script you can simply type the corresponding <script> tag.


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Accompanied by his lawyer, Rogerio Alves, Jesus told reports he was "ready to defend my honor cheap nike air force 1 low , dedication and loyalty," deferring to the successes had with Benfica.
Last month, Benfica charged the former manager in court for acts of treason after he left Benfica in June to manage Sporting Football Club.
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The club said Jesus must pay "by default, a calculation of a euro for every follower or sympathizer cheap nike air force 270 gold standard ," and that "because of that the injury he caused for each fan should be much higher".
They also argue Jesus copied confidential software before leaving to manage Sporting.
Benfica claims to have the testimony of nine people. Of those nine are Ricardo Lemos press officer of the club, Bruno Mendes, director of Benfica Lab, Marco Pedroso, video analyst and businessman Gaitan Jose Iribarren.
The trial is scheduled for June 2016 should the two parties fail to reach an agreement.
Jesus coached Benifca from 2009 until June of 2015 before leaving to coach cross-town rival Sporting.
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The primary drivers for moving data into private, public, or hybrid clouds are the efficiency and capabilities that clouds can bring. Enterprises have never seen such efficiencies and capabilities in traditional database technologies, including those from Oracle and IBM.
What databases in the public cloud offer is hugely compelling: Elastic scalability, universal network accessibility, integration with mobile platforms, pay-per-use efficiencies, avoidance of capital costs, and the ability to work with widely scattered structured and unstructured data (that is, big data).
As a result, there's been a massive migration to cloud-based databases, aka data-as-a-service -- one that seems to have escaped notice perhaps because it seems such an obvious step to take. The cloud is just too cheap, too fast, and too compelling. We'll see this massive migration continue this year as well.
Many startup database technology vendors are providing single-purpose databases. They do one or two things really well, such as transaction processing or analytics. Typically, these startups have a data-as-a-service offering, in addition to an on-premises version, that makes it easier and cheaper to try it out -- and to keep using it once proven.
Most enterprises are moving to the use of complex database tools, whether the databases reside on site or in the cloud. The data-as-a-service option lets them both test these out more easily and avoid the upfront capital costs and deployment effort, a fundamental advantage of any cloud service.
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Cloud-based databases are here -- and here to stay.
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Silence is not an option. Something must be done. A tragedy. Children are gone. The internet is ablaze with righteous anger. The news cycle begins and the story in every detail is unavoidable. Experts analyze each fact and angle, and politicians promise a response. Social media is the answer. We post images as badges of belief – a beautiful young teacher is a hero, a survivalist mother is to blame. There is no time to waste. The horror amplifies the issues – guns, mental health care, violence. We must act now. We must harness raw emotion. Anything else would be cowardly, shameful. All we know is that this window of fear and opportunity will soon snap shut. We will forget. So we must make the dead march quickly for our arguments, our agendas.
Who is to blame for this post-traumatic stress society, this short attention span theater? We blame our political and religious opponents. We blame society and the media. In truth, we traumatize ourselves. We make ourselves watch, we stoke our own sorrow, our shock, our anger, caught up in one whirlwind and then the next. We discuss the details. We post. We text. We know the map, the type of weapon, the heroes and villains. We are all experts in the moment. We argue and we bond. Perhaps we cling to this celebration of tragedy because we can't find anything else that we can believe in all together at once.
This is an illness. It is blindness. Can we stop? Can we sit, each one of us alone and in silence, and feel this for what it is? Can we know this event not through a barrage of information and emotion, but by getting intimately familiar with the texture of tragedy, the feeling of devastation, of helplessness, of suffering? This is a crushing loss, but only unusual because it is so nightmarishly photogenic. We can't grapple with the horror of thousands killed annually in Detroit, Baltimore, New Orleans, Philadelphia, and Oakland. These are too big to bring into focus, but we can rise up for a few news cycles to spew and digest outrage when the kill ratio is focused in time and space, and hits an empathic demographic. We see only the fragment – like understanding electricity only when lightning strikes, not noticing it flows through all the walls and wires. The problem is that each time we dance to the tune of shock and awe, we train ourselves to respond only to the most brutal and fleeting of stories. The flare of the drama burns so bright that the larger world in which it happens fades to grey, hard to see, intangible, impossible to engage. The actual tragedy that was fuel for the fire is lost to the blaze, and complex issues and conversations are charred and discarded.
Something must be done. We must limit our diet of details. We must share the burden of grief and recognize and honor this loss – singular and important, even as one bright star in a constellation of violence. We must train ourselves to stop, to feel, to think, to remember, and to act from that place. Silence is the first step.
Catherine Bonier is a theorist and writer on the subject of history, health, and cities. She teaches urban and architectural history and design at the University of Pennsylvania.
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It's funny, you know. Catherine is utterly correct. Americans weep and wail, moan and groan, froth at the mouth, accuse anyone and anything – except themselves.
You are responsible for every death of every man, woman, and child, by gunfire in your country. You. You reading this. You personally are responsible for every one of those deaths. Every. Single. One.
Take away the guns, and what are you going to do – throw bullets at one another?
Don't ever forget the rest of your misquoted document. A well disciplined military. Not you. The military. Note the difference – "discipline".
Every time this happens, Americans disgust me all over again, undoing the months or weeks of intelligent, rational discourse, wit, levity, and strength of character evident outside of the gun question.
Just remember, guys and girls, you are responsible for every single death by gunfire in your own country. Not your government. Not the NRA. Not the gun lobby. Not someone else. You. Personally.
Your pointless blather is noted, and ignored.
I'm not entirely sure that is what she meant. Better gun control yes. Banning guns all together however is not the answer.


Welcome to my graduation week!! I finally made it. I've just got back from my first grad run and I'm so happy I didn't give in to the gremlins. They were there again at 10 minutes, back at 18 and then again at 25. Each time I told them to get lost - or rather, I swore profusely but the intention was the same - and somehow managed to keep going to the finish. I purposely didn't look at my watch until just before 28 minutes and found I was really near 5K, so I kicked in and what happens? Dry retching again lol. But there was NO way I was slowing down and I did my first sub-30 5K in 28:31 before finishing off at 30 and then coughing my guts up.
Back hurts, chest is a bit tight and I'm dripping with sweat and beetroot red but I just don't care. I DID it!!!!!
I'll try. I have to say this has given me a huge boost of confidence so hopefully that will carry me through the final 2 runs and if they're slower then that's fine as I've met one goal tonight!
Wow wow wow! Back in the game Fraz! Well done marvellous stuff!
Fantastic time, Fraz! I'm dead jealous, my time is nowhere near this but the good news that its getting faster every time I do it (so far)! So by the law of averages eventually I hope to get to 5k in less than 30 mins. Best wishes for the rest of graduation week!
Thank you oona. I always thought I could do a sub 30 but really started to doubt myself. You'll get it, don't give up - I nearly did and really regret feeling so negative now. I guess I have no patience!!
Awesome, Fraz, so pleased for you (apart from the dry retching of course). You will be unstoppable for your remaining 2 runs . Well done!
Thank you meggyann. My first (and only) 5k before this one was in W7 and I did it in 33 mins. Since then I've struggled and my pace has been erratic to say the least. But today I just somehow stuck to it and my splits are fairly even. All the times before when I've done this kind of pace, I've been in trouble so maybe I'm just getting used to it?
Well 'enjoy' isn't he exact word I'd use but hopefully I'll have less hassles with this week than the last two - which must have taken about a month or feels like it!!
Excellent time Fraz, really excellent. I have to say you've given your best to this programme from the very beginning and I'm delighted you're into your final week.
Awww thank you Chewy. That's a very thoughtful thing to say. Yep I think I have given my best to this - with a sizeable wobble towards the end!! Hopefully I can sustain this and finish on a really positive set of runs!
Snap - did the same run today as well, but no where near your time! Well done, and I hope the retching does not continue for you. I think I will be doing run 2 on Monday and then am going away for a few days, so Grad run will be whilst I am away. Good Luck on your 2 last runs!
Well done Fraz. Brilliant news. Keep up the good work. Only two more runs to go now! The gremlins will never beat you it's clear. Best of luck and remember ... keep running!
Well done Fraz73-that is such good news! That shiny badge is beckoning. I start week 9 on Monday-did a fantastic run 3 today week 8.
Good luck and roll on Wednesday eh?
I only went and chuffing did it!


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Q: Disable ambient-light sensor screen dimming programmatically on OS X I've been digging around in the kernel code repo for days, but I just can't find this anywhere.
I want to disable/enable/detect the state of the ambient-light sensor based screen dimming that many of the higher end Mac laptops have.  This is the dimming that is activated by the "Automatically Adjust Brightness" checkbox in the Display control panel.
Note that I'm NOT talking about the halfdim setting that causes the screen to dramatically dim right before it sleeps.  I'm talking about the setting that dims the screen in dark rooms and brightens it in light rooms, which is different.
If anybody can even point me in the right direction I'd be greatfull.  I assume it's handled somewhere in IOKit, probably either IOGraphics where screen brightness is handled, or somewhere in IOKit/pwr_mgt, but I just can't find it.
Thanks
Edit: I know you can kind of do this this by addressing System Preferences with AppleScript. I'm looking for the real way, if it exists.

A: This isn't an API, per sé.. but there are many ways to control launchd via an API.
sudo launchctl stop com.apple.AmbientDisplayAgent
sudo launchctl remove com.apple.AmbientDisplayAgent
Ta Da!

A: Trying to do this on Mavericks was unsuccessful for me. After some research I've discovered you need to use the following command:
defaults write /Library/Preferences/com.apple.iokit.AmbientLightSensor "Automatic Display Enabled" -bool TRUE

I believe specifying the full path is necessary else it would default to the user's Library/Preferences which is incorrect. Being in that directory in Terminal doesn't work either due to the way defaults works.
This does not update the tickbox in System Preferences -> Displays though.

A: Change the "Automatically Adjust Brightness" setting using the defaults command:
defaults write com.apple.BezelServices dAuto -boolean false

Also retrieve the current setting using the defaults command:
defaults read com.apple.BezelServices dAuto

AppleScript equivalent:
do shell script "defaults write com.apple.BezelServices dAuto -boolean false"

Use true to enable and false to disable the feature.
You might need to logon again for the changes to take effect.

A: Posting this as it might help someone who like me had already disabled the ambient light sensing but still found their computer was dimming when waking from sleep. Turns out I also needed uncheck the box to "Slightly dim the display while on battery power"
System Preferences > Battery > Slightly dim the display while on battery power
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Judge may lower Apple's award in Samsung patent case
By Jessica Guynn, Los Angeles Times
Dec. 6, 2012 12 AM PT
SAN JOSE — A federal judge signaled Thursday that she might reduce Apple Inc.'s $1-billion jury award in its patent infringement case with Samsung Electronics Co.
U.S. District Judge Lucy Koh did not specify by how much she might shave the award, but during a marathon afternoon hearing in federal court in San Jose she said it did appear that the jury had miscalculated damages.
In August, after three days of deliberations in the complex patent case, a jury awarded Apple more than $1 billion.
In the months since the verdict, Samsung has mounted an aggressive campaign to overturn the verdict, raising a host of legal issues including juror misconduct. Apple hotly contested those issues during the hearing Thursday and sought to increase the damage award.
Lawyers for the world's two largest smartphone makers sparred for more than three hours over a bevy of legal issues in the dispute that produced one of the largest damage awards in an intellectual property case. Koh said she would issue rulings in the coming weeks.
Samsung argued that the damage award should be reduced because the jury incorrectly calculated the amount. Apple asked the court to award $535 million more in damages because the jury found that Samsung had willfully infringed Apple's patents.
Both sides seemed to be gearing up for years of legal appeals despite the judge's plea for "global peace." The case is likely to go before the U.S. Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, the Washington court that decides patent disputes, and perhaps the U.S. Supreme Court.
Apple also asked the judge to ban some Samsung products. The judge did not rule on whether the infringing Samsung products should be taken off store shelves.
The products are older models and would not dent Samsung sales, but the ban would give Apple a win in its high-stakes patent war against the South Korean company that is playing out around the globe.
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John Cage was one of the most important and influential figures in 20-century culture. Pupil of Arnold Schoenberg, Henry Cowell, and Marcel Duchamp, among his many notable accomplishments was the development of the prepared piano and the percussion orchestra, the adoption of chance and indeterminacy, and the employment of electronic resources and of graphic notation. As well as composing around 300 works, he was also active as a performer, writer, poet, and visual artist.
L ou Harrison was particularly known for incorporating elements of the music of non-Western cultures into his work, with a number of pieces written for Javanese style gamelan instruments. Harrison was one of the most prominent composers to have worked with microtones.
John Cage composed Double Music in collaboration with Lou Harrison, each composer working independently from the other: Cage composed parts 1 and 3 (soprano and tenor), Harrison parts 2 and 4 (alto and bass). Dynamics are scarcely indicated, but the instrumentation is specific (although substitutions are allowed). Both composers basically agreed to compose 200 measures each. Cage's parts have a rhythmic structure of 14 x 14 measures (plus a coda of 4 measures), using the number series 4, 3, 2, 5. The instruments employed are bells, brake drums, sistra, gongs, tam-tams, and thunder sheet. Lacking dynamic progression, Double Music is just a continuous, festive whole.


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UPDATES:HIV: STRAIN RESISTANT TO AZT
The use of zidovudine (AZT) to combat AIDS and HIV may be causing mutations of the HIV virus which are resistant to the drug.
Researchers at the Saint-Pierre University Hospital in Brussels describe four patients whose HIV viruses were mutations and all resistant to treatment from AZT.
"This problem is probably more frequent than was previously thought, and these findings have implications for the design of clinical trials," the doctors wrote.
In the same issue of the New England Journal of Medicine (7 October 1993), researchers from the Universitaire de Bordeaux in France describe an infant infected with AZT resistant HIV. The child's HIV infected mother had been treated with zidovudine for 23 months.
Meanwhile, French biologists claim to have identified a second element in human cells needed for HIV infection. Work in mice showed that only cells with both molecules termed "CD4" and "CD26" on their surface could be infected with HIV (The Lancet, 30 October 1993).
These findings come at a time when there is increasing concern about potential contamination of blood products and inaccurate HIV tests.
Two German firms, Haemoplas in the western city of Osterode, and UB Plasma, based in Koblenz, were recently found to have sold HIV contaminated blood products. The products were bought by Germany and other countries in Europe, including Britain, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, Greece and France.
The British Department of Health has withdrawn two products marketed in the UK which were based on these products.
Meanwhile, the British Public Health Laboratory Service has discovered a number of laboratories which are erroneously diagnosing healthy patients as HIV positive.
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If I have to describe how I see what I am currently doing with my work, I could say I am going back to the old times when I was finishing my high school. Those were times of open possibilities. The chance of choosing what would come next was in my hands, and I decided to go outside for capturing what my eyes were seeing. I chose journalism.
But then, journalism was not enough. Its positivism and epistemic limitations made me feel incomplete. I learned how to create good quality communicative products. The digital subfield was always my obsession. The problem was not either how to create or how to represent a piece of information. The issue was what to say. And suddenly I found myself limited, and I run away.
The situation was less dramatic than how it sounds. It never was a crisis, just one day happened. One day I realized the complexity of the world outside requires new tools for being grasped that the ones I used to use. And that happened to me walking, in the middle of Manhattan. It was my first time in New York City, and that was also the first day of a new me.
I am not overreacting. During two weeks in 2012, I went to New York for vacations. At that time I was working on producing a sportive magazine for mobile devices. The intentions of doing urban journalism were hidden by a job that although allows me experimenting creating interactive products does not offer me the possibility of doing what I wanted.
Then, I was there, walking almost any single block of Manhattan, being absorbed by the daily life of the city and re-encountering that part of myself that was always ravening for good stories. After that trip, I decided to beging a master in sociology and taking serious my interest in cities.It was not only writing about cities, now my goal was exploring and decomposing them and here I am.
I feel like that teenager again who was able to choose what does he wanted to do for his life. I am doing what I love to do, and the possibilities of action I have are infinite. Life is being renewed every time, neighborhoods are constantly changing, and that thing we use to call as urban is giving me new portraits for grasping and describing them every single time.


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Precise moisture management can improve yields significantly, and allows you to "steer" the crop for a variety of responses.
Urban Farming irrigation combines traditional agricultural irrigation supplies and practices with modern hydroponics nutrient solution delivery tactics to provide scalable and cost effective ways to water and feed your crops in urban settings. Following these practices and creating your own highly adaptable system with readily available materials will save you tons of time versus manual watering–and can save on water too. Drip irrigation systems can be ideal in Urban Farm settings because you can get very precise levels of moisture exactly where they need to go–right at the base of your plants and down into the root system.
Setting up and urban farm irrigation system like we show here will also allow you to have much better control of your water quality and fertility levels.
By using filtered or rain water free of chlorine and chloramines, you can better build the natural microbiology in your garden to get better tastes and healthier plants from all that your grow. It's great peace of mind to know that you aren't feeding your plants contaminants from tap water supplies too–after all, you are what they eat!
Precise moisture management can improve yields significantly, and allows you to "steer" the crop for a variety of responses. Have a look at this Report on Essential Oils in Spearmint and Moisture Management.
reserve of water if there is an interruption in your water supply-critical!
The reservoir has a hole drilled into the bottom that has a water tight rubber grommet so we can insert 1″ diameter plumbing fittings. A water tight and durable seal is critical. Our reservoir is raised above our pump–gravity feeds the pump water from the reservoir. This is a Jet Pump, it is powerful and allows us to add onto the existing system as needed. We also add Nutrients and Fertilizers as required right into the barrel.
NOTE: For a smaller system that you don't plan on expanding, you can just add a durable Submersible Pump right into the barrel–plug this into a timer and Bam! Seriously easy and effective watering automation.
Before the Jet Pump installing a check valve is a good idea, that way the system remains pressurized when the pump shuts off. Our Jet Pump is activated by a relay that is linked to an irrigation timer. This may not be necessary, but is preferred. A simple appliance timer that the pump plugs into directly can work too, but does not allow you to program different Irrigation Zones that you can control with Solenoids easily.
Having different programmable irrigation zones in the same system is actually much easier than you think. The programmable timers are widely available and are fairly friendly when it comes to cost and ease of use. We recommend it–control your front yard, back yard, beds, and hanging baskets independently form the same system. Saves water, grows better plants.
From the irrigation controller, as programmed to operate, a signal is sent the relay that controls the pump. At the same time, the irrigation controller sends a signal to the Water Solenoids in the Irrigation Manifold to Open the appropriate zone for watering. A relay is needed because it operates higher voltage appliances like pumps. The timer and solenoids operate at very low voltages for safety. The low voltage signal triggers the relay that controls the higher voltage pump circuit independently.
After the Jet Pump the water is distributed into two different lines, EACH contain a Barrel Filter (essential). Without a filter, the drip irrigation emitters will clog easily and you will be endlessly fixing clogs and replacing emitters. These filters have a reusable filter that is easy to clean to keep the urban farming irrigation system functioning at optimal. One direction is straight back into the barrel, this serves as a mixing valve/bleeder valve. The other goes into the Irrigation Main (a manifold of piping that links to the individual garden areas, then finally to the drip emitter lines to the plants). Its a good idea to have a valve in each of these lines and one before the pump. This way you can isolate areas of the system to prevent leaking or spillage when you want to work on the parts of the system.
In the urban farming irrigation system the low voltage water solenoid will be opened by the programmable timer, sending water to the irrigation tubing and finally through the drip emitter system.
A Pressure Compensator reduces the flow to a specific pressure range (low pressure, typically) that the irrigation drip emitters are rated to operate at. otherwise, they will not deliver the exact amounts they are rated for. Most commons pressure compensation is in the 12-18 psi range.
Drip emitters are available in a very wide range of specifications. Drip lines with the emitters already inside, as shown with out homemade drip ring, are best suited for plain water only, ie no fertilizer added. They will not operate at their ratings overtime when fertilizers are used. The Button Type emitter is better suited for use with fertilizers–they are self cleaning, to a point. A filter MUST be used before either type of emitter top prevent clogging–the orifices (openings) are very fine and precise.
Typically, the emitter lines, T's and other fittings are designed for using 1/4″ diameter drip irrigation tubing.
Managing the system is both a science and an art–the important thing relating to this article is that you are now able to control moisture levels with a fair degree of precision automatically. Not only how much water is being applied and when–you can now control exactly where it goes in as vast a system as you endevor to create. You are only limited by your imagination and budget.


FLORENCE, ITALY – Disgraced former owner of infamous cryptocurrency exchange Bitgrail, Francesco Firano has unveiled new details today regarding his "crypto-supergroup", confirming it will be comprised of Jed McCaleb (Mt.Gox Co-Founder), Brock Pierce, (Tether Co-Founder), and Carlos Matos (Bitconnect Spokesman). Each confirmed member has had considerable trouble finding relevant work in the crypto industry following their respective "oversights", with hopes that the creation of the supergroup can catapult them back into the spotlight.
As we're sure you're all wondering – what of Carlos, the famed "Bitconnect Guy"?
"Carlos would be the sensitive one, " Firano explained. "Which I know may sound out of character given his flamboyant exterior, but did you know that he writes poetry? Well, he does – and it's damn good. Hits you right there." he said, looking down at his chest, fumbling his hands determine which side his heart should be on.
We further inquired about the nature of the 'supergroup', more specifically what product or service they're actually intending to provide, and how they aim to gain the community trust given their track records.


Credit Privacy Numbers (CPN) are nine-digit numbers that act as a social security number. Essentially, these numbers protect the borrowing and personal history of the personal holding the CPN. Obtaining a CPN is free of charge, but proper steps must be taken to avoid serious consequences.
Determine your need for a CPN. These numbers are highly controversial because the provision in a congressional law that legalizes the numbers is sometimes seen as a 'loophole.' Most use CPNs for protection and privacy, not for new credit files. Research the topic and determine if you'd be a good fit for the number.
Contact an attorney. Do not buy a CPN in the internet. There are various scams floating around that claim to offer risk-free, high potential CPNs (ones that would qualify you for an exorbitant credit line). These must be avoided so as to not lost money and potentially put yourself at the mercy of the law.
Instruct your attorney to file a request with the federal government's social security office. This will be a slow, bureaucratic process so prepare for a long wait. Before you file, you'll need to provide all your personal information, sign a waiver that bonds responsibility on the new CPN to you specifically, and provide a reason for filing for a CPN.
Wait. This process takes some time, and be prepared to answer follow-up, probing questions from the Federal Government regarding your intentions.
Use the CPN only when necessary. It is not advisable to use this number to apply for new lines of credit, but if you do so, remember that you are responsible for all and any debts incurred under both your Social Security Number and your CPN.


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CNB was voted the winner in the category of Best Bank and Best Mortgage Lending Company for The Democrat and Chronicle's Rochester's Choice Awards. It's the Rochester Communities chance to share their appreciation and commitment to the businesses they favor most.
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In the category of Investment Firm, CNB Wealth Management was voted as a Finalist by the area's readers for the The Democrat and Chronicle's Rochester's Choice Awards.
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Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded 2022 Best of the Finger Lakes Awards in two (2) categories; Finance – Bank and Finance – Wealth Management. The awards were presented by Messenger Post Media and celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
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CNB was a finalist in the category of Best Bank for the 2022 Finger Lakes Times Readers' Choice Awards. The awards celebrate the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
Best Business Banking - Top Winner
RBJ Reader Rankings has recognized CNB as best in the Rochester area in the category - Best Business Banking. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
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CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the categories of Best Company Culture, Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000), Best Overall Leadership, Most Innovative Workplace and Best Mortgage Lender by RBJ Reader Rankings. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
Best Wealth Management of the Finger Lakes
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded 2021 Best of the Finger Lakes Awards in two (2) categories; Services – Bank – Wealth Management. The awards were presented by Messenger Post Media and celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
CNB was a finalist in the category of Best Bank for The Democrat and Chronicle's Rochester's Choice Awards. It's the Rochester Communities chance to share their appreciation and commitment to the businesses they favor most.
Best Wealth Management - Top Winner
Best Overall Leadership - Top Winner
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RBJ Reader Rankings has recognized CNB as best in the Rochester area in five categories - Best Wealth Management, Best Business Banking, Best Overall Leadership, Best Training Program, and Most Innovative Workplace. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the categories of Best Mortgage Lender, Best Company Culture, and Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000) by RBJ Reader Rankings. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
Rochester's Coolest Spaces
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust's Technology Center was selected as a winner of the Rochester Business Journal's 2021 Rochester's Coolest Spaces awards. The award recognizes 30 of Rochester's impressive buildings that include unique architecture, gorgeous views, funky designs, repurposed buildings, cutting-edge offices and more.
Employer of the Year (400-749 Employees) - Winner
Rochester Business Journal created the Workplace Wellness Awards to celebrate Rochester-area employers who promote health and wellness in the workplace. Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded the 2021 Workplace Wellness award for the Employer of the Year (400-749 Employees) category.
CNB was a finalist in the categories of Bank and Mortgage Lender for The Democrat and Chronicle's Rochester's Choice Awards. It's the Rochester Communities chance to share their appreciation and commitment to the businesses they favor most.
Best Bank/Credit Union of the Finger Lakes
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded 2020 Best of the Finger Lakes Awards in two (2) categories; Services – Bank/Credit Union – Wealth Management. The awards were presented by Messenger Post Media and celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
RBJ Reader Rankings has recognized CNB as best in the Rochester area in Wealth Management. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
Best Business Banking - Winner
Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000)
CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the category of Best Business Banking, Best Mortgage Company, and Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000) by RBJ Reader Rankings. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
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The 2018 CNC Annual Report received a Silver Award in the 17th Annual Service Industry Advertising Awards. CNC is one of only 249 awards presented by the national panel of judges out of more than 1,600 entries.
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Workplace Well-Being Award - Gold
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Best Mortgage Lender - Top Winner
RBJ Reader Rankings has recognized CNB as best in the Rochester area in three categories - Best Business Banking, Best Mortgage Lender, and Best Wealth Management. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the RBJ and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
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CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the category of Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000 Employees) by RBJ Reader Rankings. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
The Democrat and Chronicle awarded CNB the Silver Choice Award in the categories of Bank/Trust Company and Mortgage Lender for the Rochester's Choice Awards. It's the Rochester Communities chance to share their appreciation and commitment to the businesses they favor most.
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded 2018 Best of the Finger Lakes Awards in two (2) categories; Services – Bank and Services – Wealth Management. The awards were presented by Messenger Post Media and celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
RBJ Reader Rankings has awarded CNB Mortgage Company and Wealth Management - Best in the Rochester area. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the category of Best Business Banking and Best Overall Company to Work For (501-1000 Employees) by RBJ Reader Rankings. This online survey seeks the best of the best in over 55 categories and gives the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record audience the chance to spotlight their favorite businesses.
RBJ Reader Rankings has awarded CNB - Best Business Banking in the Rochester area. In its inaugural program, readers of the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record were asked to vote for their favorite business and select the best of the best in over 10 categories.
Best Wealth Management - Top Three
CNB was recognized as one of the top 3 in the category of Best Wealth Management by RBJ Reader Rankings. In its inaugural program, readers of the Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record were asked to vote for their favorite business and select the best of the best in over 10 categories.
Best Bank and Services of the Finger Lakes
Best Investment Planning of The Finger Lakes
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust (CNB) was awarded 2017 Best of the Finger Lakes Awards in two (2) categories; Services – Bank and Services – Investment Planning. The inaugural awards were presented by Messenger Post Media and celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that YOU think deserve to be named the best!
Wealth of Health Award Finalist
Each year, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and the RBJ honor Rochester area employers who promote health and wellness in the workplace. Wellness initiatives such as creating company walking trails, hosting on-site farmers' markets, offering weight loss programs and personal fitness trainers and anything you are doing to encourage your workforce to live healthier, are recognized with this award.
Wealth of Health Award - Finalist
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Alternative models for productive upland forestry. Model 2: Sitka spruce mixtures with alternative conifers
Scott Wilson, Andrew David Cameron
Upland forestry in Britain is currently dominated by two management models - (a) even-aged medium-rotation plantations of predominantly Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis [Bong.] Carr.) and (b) conservation or ecological restoration of native woodland with minimal production outputs. To meet emerging objectives and address current challenges to sustainable operation, a wider range of upland forestry management models should be considered. Emerging objectives include mitigation of climate change by enhanced carbon sequestration and increased production of woodfuel biomass, alongside ecological restoration and enhanced rural development forestry benefits. Key challenges include impacts of predicted climate change, incidence of novel pests and diseases in existing stands and the need to ensure a sustainable long-term relationship between forest productivity and site, soil and freshwater resources. Deployment of mixed-species stands comprising Sitka spruce and one or more alternative productive conifers, potentially capable of completing the rotation, offers the opportunity to enhance inherent stand resilience while retaining the option of a final crop of the species that is currently preferred by many processors. A recent scoping study has evaluated the principal advantages and challenges associated with this alternative model, considering Norway spruce (Picea abies L.), Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii [Mirb.] Franco), western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla [Raf.] Sarg.), silver firs (Abies spp.) and western red cedar (Thuja plicata Don ex D. Don) as the most likely "companion conifers" to Sitka spruce. Key requirements for research and development are discussed, which would be essential to support wider and more confident operational adoption.
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Alternative Conifers
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Wilson, Scott ; Cameron, Andrew David. / Alternative models for productive upland forestry. Model 2: Sitka spruce mixtures with alternative conifers. In: Scottish Forestry. 2015 ; Vol. 69, No. 1. pp. 26-32.
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N1 - Acknowledgements The authors wish to acknowledge the assistance provided by the Scottish Forestry Trust in terms of a small project research grant in support of the 2014 scoping study under-pinning this paper. The Technical Report from the scoping study and associated research bibliography, together with information about the wider work of the Scottish Forestry Trust, is available from their website at www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk. The authors would also like to thank relevant staff of Forestry Commission England, Forestry Commission Scotland, Natural Resources Wales and UPM Tilhill who provided much useful information as to the whereabouts of relevant mixed-species stands on their forestry holdings.
N2 - Upland forestry in Britain is currently dominated by two management models - (a) even-aged medium-rotation plantations of predominantly Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis [Bong.] Carr.) and (b) conservation or ecological restoration of native woodland with minimal production outputs. To meet emerging objectives and address current challenges to sustainable operation, a wider range of upland forestry management models should be considered. Emerging objectives include mitigation of climate change by enhanced carbon sequestration and increased production of woodfuel biomass, alongside ecological restoration and enhanced rural development forestry benefits. Key challenges include impacts of predicted climate change, incidence of novel pests and diseases in existing stands and the need to ensure a sustainable long-term relationship between forest productivity and site, soil and freshwater resources. Deployment of mixed-species stands comprising Sitka spruce and one or more alternative productive conifers, potentially capable of completing the rotation, offers the opportunity to enhance inherent stand resilience while retaining the option of a final crop of the species that is currently preferred by many processors. A recent scoping study has evaluated the principal advantages and challenges associated with this alternative model, considering Norway spruce (Picea abies L.), Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii [Mirb.] Franco), western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla [Raf.] Sarg.), silver firs (Abies spp.) and western red cedar (Thuja plicata Don ex D. Don) as the most likely "companion conifers" to Sitka spruce. Key requirements for research and development are discussed, which would be essential to support wider and more confident operational adoption.
AB - Upland forestry in Britain is currently dominated by two management models - (a) even-aged medium-rotation plantations of predominantly Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis [Bong.] Carr.) and (b) conservation or ecological restoration of native woodland with minimal production outputs. To meet emerging objectives and address current challenges to sustainable operation, a wider range of upland forestry management models should be considered. Emerging objectives include mitigation of climate change by enhanced carbon sequestration and increased production of woodfuel biomass, alongside ecological restoration and enhanced rural development forestry benefits. Key challenges include impacts of predicted climate change, incidence of novel pests and diseases in existing stands and the need to ensure a sustainable long-term relationship between forest productivity and site, soil and freshwater resources. Deployment of mixed-species stands comprising Sitka spruce and one or more alternative productive conifers, potentially capable of completing the rotation, offers the opportunity to enhance inherent stand resilience while retaining the option of a final crop of the species that is currently preferred by many processors. A recent scoping study has evaluated the principal advantages and challenges associated with this alternative model, considering Norway spruce (Picea abies L.), Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii [Mirb.] Franco), western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla [Raf.] Sarg.), silver firs (Abies spp.) and western red cedar (Thuja plicata Don ex D. Don) as the most likely "companion conifers" to Sitka spruce. Key requirements for research and development are discussed, which would be essential to support wider and more confident operational adoption.
KW - Upland forestry
KW - Sitka Spruce mixtures
KW - Alternative Conifers
KW - Britain
KW - Forestry management models
JO - Scottish Forestry
JF - Scottish Forestry


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Our mission is "That all students will reach their potential, both academically and morally." Our goal is to educate children to become successful, productive, and independent members of a free society--to prepare students to accept the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic country. Our mission also includes supporting families in their journey of raising children who have a strong faith in their Creator and Savior.


Travel has three phases. There is planning, there is living what actually happens, and then there are the memories. Always unexpected, the moments I remember surprise me.
I went over to the home of some friends last night for (the best ever) homemade pizza and scrumptious wine. We were chatting about Mike and Heather's recent trip to London, when suddenly Mike (who is a fellow cyclist and works Marketing for Giant and Pearl Izumi) said, "oh I have something to show you", and off he ran into his home office. He came back holding a large book. "The Rapha book!" I exclaimed. "How many of the climbs have you done now?" Mike asked, "lots of them, I don't know the number, but not too many over here," I said as I pointed to the mountains at the eastern edge of the Pyrenees.
I sat there in the kitchen and dove into the pages of the beautiful book. Suddenly, with a smile, Mike said, "You take that with you, go ahead, it's yours". I looked at him wide-eyed and said. "really, I will actually read all of this book you know, thank you so much!" I had seen this book before in the Rapha Tent at the Etape du Tour Start Village in Pau in 2008. The book titled Guide to the Great Road Climbs of the Pyrenees is written by Graeme Fife , it holds a tremendous amount of information about the French Pyrenees. The book includes images, climb profiles, description, and history (my favorite part). Such a wonderful gift.
The book means even more now that I have spent time in the Pyrenees over the past ten years. Names and facts and feelings don't sink in until I walk in a place. Do you feel that way about travel? Planning any trip brings great joy as I learn, imagine and decide what I want to see, but it is not real until I have experienced it. I can't tell you how many times I have changed plans in the middle of a vacation because once I am there I realize I want to do this instead. I now know to plan for spontaneity, for learning on the fly. In the end, the best memories are always surprises anyway.
On this cool rainy evening in Denver, I look forward to pouring over the pages of this big book, letting the memories roll.


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Appearing in San Juan, the president declined to thank Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz, who has put pressure on the administration in recent days to speed up recovery efforts. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Trump's Disgusting, Tone Deaf, Paper-Towel-Throwing Trip to Puerto Rico
President suggests crisis not a "real catastrophe" and jabs islanders for costing government "a lot of money"
Julia Conley
Two weeks after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, President Donald Trump alarmed critics during his long-awaited trip to the U.S. territory on Tuesday, during which he appeared eager to continue his one-sided feud with the mayor of San Juan, openly complained about the cost of the disaster, and took on a self-congratulatory tone regarding the recovery—one that was at odds with the ongoing reports of devastation throughout the island.
While suggesting that the crisis in Puerto Rico was somehow not a "real catastrophe like Katrina," Trump also said, "I hate to tell you, Puerto Rico, but you've thrown our budget a little out of whack because we've spent a lot of money on Puerto Rico, and that's fine. We've saved a lot of lives."
On social media, journalists and critics expressed shock regarding Trump's Puerto Rico trip. Some noted some of the day's more bizarre moments, including Trump jubilantly throwing paper towel rolls into a crowd and telling a hurricane victim to "have a good time."
There's video of Trump shooting paper towels into the crowd and it does not disappoint pic.twitter.com/KPfJ1AeAqk
— Caleb Ecarma (@calebecarma) October 3, 2017
Trump to hurricane victim in Puerto Rico: "Have a good time" pic.twitter.com/ri3C8AdG6t
— Judd Legum (@JuddLegum) October 3, 2017
While expressing gratitude to those who have been involved in the recovery, Trump mentioned Federal Emergency Management Agency head Brock Long, Acting Homeland Security Secretary Elaine Duke, who last week called the Hurricane Maria recovery "a good news story," and Governor Ricardo Rossello, who has been complimentary to the Trump administration since relief efforts began in the days after the storm. He declined to mention San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulin Cruz, who has been largely responsible for drawing much of the world's attention to the disaster in recent days.
While nearly half of her island's 3.4 million people were without clean drinking water and almost the entire island was without power last week, Cruz spoke out against Duke's overly sunny assessment of the situation, saying she was "mad as hell" about the administration's slow response and demanding that the White House send an official to oversee the distribution of supplies.
Though she said nothing about Trump specifically, the president took Cruz's comments personally and was apparently unmoved when Cruz reportedly told him, "It's not about politics" before his press conference Tuesday. Upon singling out Rossello, he thanked the governor for not "playing politics."
On the subject of lives saved, Trump turned to Rossello and asked, "What is your death count as of this moment?" and marveled that the official number of lives lost in Puerto Rico is 16 as of now.
The count of 16 has not been updated in nearly a week, and officials say the death toll is likely to go up; because of the severity of the disaster, fuel shortages, and roads that haven't been cleared, as of Saturday there were still towns that FEMA has not yet reached.
-Told PR to be proud "only" 16 dead
-Complained bout recovery cost
-Shot paper towels into crowd
-Told victim to "have a good time"
— Sam Stein (@samstein) October 3, 2017
It's not just that Trump is doing the wrong things in Puerto Rico.
It's that he has no concept at all at what the right thing is.
— Emily G, Cville. (@EmilyGorcenski) October 3, 2017
Trump in Puerto Rico
—Diminished storm's impact
—Taunted island's bankruptcy
—Ignored San Juan mayor
—Basketball shot paper towels to crowd
— Tom Namako (@TomNamako) October 3, 2017


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Environment | Water News
Wyoming Food Bank to Distribute Water to Rawlins Residents
Drought Conditions in AZ Improving
In fiscal year 2021, the Wyoming Food Bank distributed more than 13 million pounds of food, a 12% increase over 2020. (Adobe Stock)
The San Francisco-San Joaquin Delta is the heart of California's water system. (Steve Martarano/USFWS)
Forty-one species of freshwater mollusk live in Darby Creek waters, eight of which are on the Ohio endangered list, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. (Adobe Stock)
According to Arizona's state climatologist, the last two monsoon seasons and triple-dip La Niña winters are all playing a role in the long-term drought improvements. (Adobe Stock)
Nadia Ramlagan, Producer
Water is a precious commodity in Wyoming and across the Mountain West, and the Wyoming Food Bank is headed to replenish supplies for Rawlins residents who recently experienced a significant drop in water reserves and boil orders for drinking water.
Richard Plumlee, director of operations for the food bank, said a crew is set to deliver seven pallets of one-liter bottles today to all Carbon County residents experiencing food insecurity.
"Individuals having to decide between paying for food or other necessities such as rent," Plumlee pointed out. "For some of our elderly folks, also making that hard decision between paying for food or some lifesaving medications that they may need."
Today's distribution, set for 11 a.m. at 400 Lincoln Avenue in Sinclair, will not include food items. But Plumlee noted food bank trucks will be back on June 10 for the Mobile Pantry held every "even" month at the Carbon County Fairgrounds in Rawlins.
Lower-than-average snowpack and ongoing drought conditions, combined with what city officials called a perfect storm of maintenance issues, caused a water crisis in Rawlins in March.
Mira Miller, community relations coordinator for the city, said nearly $3 million have already been invested to fix broken mains and other infrastructure that depleted storage tanks, which triggered the boil order.
"And since then we've had a lot of the community want to start storing their own water," Miller observed. "And it's great that the Food Bank of Wyoming has come in to help those who are food insecure or (don't) have the extra money to put water just in storage."
Miller added water service in Rawlins can now meet normal household needs, but residents are being asked to water their lawns just once a week.
The Wyoming Food Bank distributed more than 13 million pounds of food in 2021, a 12% increase over the previous year, largely due to the pandemic's economic fallout. Plumlee stressed the most efficient way for folks to help is by making a financial contribution.
"We can make that dollar stretch a lot further than if someone were to go to a retail grocery store to buy food," Plumlee stated. "Every dollar that's raised here in Wyoming stays here in Wyoming. So those funds go directly into food and food programs for all 23 counties in the state."
Water restrictions City of Rawlins 2022
Mobile Pantry Wyoming Food Bank 2022
The State Water Board now says it will take another two years to finalize the San Francisco-San Joaquin Delta water management plan, and it is proceeding with voluntary agreements with water agencies in the meantime.
Conservation groups spoke out at a workshop held by the board late last week - and some are asking the board to scrap the voluntary agreements.
Ashley Overhouse - California water policy advisor with Defenders of Wildlife - said a new plan to put more water into the estuary is crucial since four species of native fish have made the federal endangered species list since 1992, bringing the total to 6.
"At this point, we're trying to avoid extinction for most native fish populations that rely on the Bay-Delta," said Overhouse. "We're talking about not just delta smelt, we're talking about all runs of salmon, longfin smelt, and sturgeon. They would be completely wiped out."
Over-pumping of freshwater, pollution and climate change contribute to poor water quality. Multiple water agencies pump water from the delta and send it to the farms of the Central Valley and to cities in Southern California.
Other agencies are resisting entreaties to release more water into the delta. The group representing public water agencies, the State Water Contractors, spoke out in favor of the board's decision to move forward with the voluntary agreements.
Overhouse said the whole process has dragged on far too long.
"One of the reasons why this has been held up is due to political reasons," said Overhouse. "Water agencies have delayed the planning process significantly in order to negotiate the amount of water that they would have to release."
The water board is taking public comment on the report that establishes the scientific basis for the voluntary agreements, now through February 8.
The Bay-Delta plan is supposed to be updated every three years but the last major update took place in 1995.
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DRAFT SCIENTIFIC BASIS REPORT...IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSED VOLUNTARY AGREEMENTS FOR THE...SAN FRANCISCO BAY/SACRAMENTO-SAN JOAQUIN DELTA... the (California) State Water Resources Control Board 1/1/23
NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT AND BOARD WORKSHOP ON DRAFT SCIENTIFIC BASIS REPORT... the (California) State Water Resources Control Board 1/10/23
FRAMEWORK OF VOLUNTARY AGREEMENTS... the (California) State Water Resources Control Board 2/4/20
NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT AND BOARD WORKSHOP ON DRAFT SCIENTIFIC BASIS REPORT... the (California) State Water Resources Control Board 1/5/23
Disappearing mussel species and threatened water quality from development have prompted advocates to push for increased protections for Ohio's Big and Little Darby Creeks.
The Environmental Protection Agency's Outstanding National Resource Waters classification is the highest level of protection under the Clean Water Act for waterways with exceptional recreational or ecological significance.
Chris Tavenor, associate general counsel with the Ohio Environmental Council, said the deadline to submit public comments on the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's review of the Darby Creeks is January 31.
"Ohio currently has no rivers, lakes or streams that received this level of protection," said Tavenor. "Essentially, the designation would significantly limit all future new point source pollution into the streams."
Submit comments online at 'theoec.org.'
Forty-one species of freshwater mussels live in Darby Creek waters - eight of which are on Ohio's endangered list, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.
The Pew Charitable Trusts says the federal government has been slow to use the special designation, despite mounting evidence of worsening pollution in the nation's freshwaters.
Environmental groups recently appealed the approval of a new wastewater permit that would double the amount of polluting discharge the Plain City water treatment plant is allowed to release into Big Darby Creek.
Tavenor said the "outstanding" designation would likely block any future discharge permits.
"It wouldn't change how things have been permitted in the past," said Tavenor, "but it would limit and change how any future permits would go on and make it very, very difficult for any new point sources to be created."
According to an Environmental Integrity Project Report published last year, 51% of assessed river and stream miles across the nation - around 700,000 miles of waterways - are polluted.
This story was produced in association with Media in the Public Interest and funded in part by the George Gund Foundation.
Tell the Ohio EPA: Classify Big and Little Darby Creeks as Outstanding National Resource Waters the Ohio Environmental Council 2023
Appeal Challenges Plain City Wastewater Permit to Protect Ohios Big Darby Creek the Center for Biological Diversity 11/3/22
The Clean Water Act at 50: Promises Half Kept at the Half-Century Mark the Environmental Integrity Project 3/23/22
More U.S. Rivers Deserve Outstanding Designation Pew 5/4/21
Arizona's drought conditions are improving.
Erinanne Saffell, state climatologist, said it is important to note Arizona evaluates short-term and long-term drought, both of which have recently improved.
Saffell explained when looking at short-term drought, things like precipitation, soil moisture and vegetation are essential in understanding short-term effects. For long-term drought, Saffell pointed out she evaluates precipitation trends over 24, 36 and 48 months, incorporates temperatures, and essentially looks at how thirsty the atmosphere is.
"Both of those give a sense of where we are," Saffell remarked. "We've seen improvement with the short-term drought and the long-term drought, but some areas of the state remain entrenched in that drought. "
A map relating to short-term drought from the agency's Twitter feed showed a majority of the state is currently experiencing no drought or abnormal dryness. Some parts of Mohave and Coconino counties, however, still remain under a severe drought.
Saffell noted the last time these kinds of conditions were seen in Arizona was more than two years ago, and said a state which values water as much as Arizona should be happy to see the current levels.
She added while the monsoon season of 2020 was disappointing, the 2021 and 2022 monsoons brought significant rainfall. But more times than not, the water does not make it into the state's aquifers. Saffell emphasized what really leads to the recharge of Arizona's aquifers is the winter precipitation, which comes in the form of snowpack.
"Fortunately, snow water equivalent -- and that's kind of how we measure that snowpack here in the lower Colorado region and the lower Colorado Basin -- we are at 200% right now of our median at this time," Saffell reported. "Hopefully we can continue that, but we will see what happens."
She added according to projections, Arizona was expected to have a drier winter season but has so far been experiencing more moisture.
Drought data Office of the State climatologist 01/12/2023
Rio Verde Foothills is considered a "wildcat subdivision." Homes can be built in these subdivisions and are not required to provide basic services such as having a fixed water supply. (Adobe Stock)
AZ Community Starts New Year Waterless
The Susquehanna River begins in upstate New York and flows 284 miles through Pennsylvania, before reaching Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay. (Christian Hinkle/Adobe Stock)
The massive spill in Kansas marks the 23rd time that the Keystone Pipeline has leaked since it launched in 2010. (anankkll/Adobe Stock)
Group: KS Keystone Spill a Cautionary Tale for MI Pipeline
All projects being funded by the grant program and valued over $150,000 must include a minimum local contribution of at least 30%. (Adobe Stock)
$15 Million Allocated to Utah Wastewater Reuse Projects


This gospel is always about God's actions, God's love, God's challenge to us, and not to those people "out there." The challenge of the parable is for us. The parable asks us: Are we a people producing the fruits of the kingdom? It is about our responsibility for God's vineyard. It is about the harvest that is due to God.
Here today to speak to us about the harvest of goodness, love, and care for all our sisters and brothers is Crystal Lin. Crystal is head of our Outreach Commission, a big reason why so many of us are involved in the Stewardship of Talent at Christ Our Hope Church. Welcome, Crystal.
In today's second reading, Saint Paul encourages us to 'keep on doing what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me. Then the God of peace will be with you". As Paul writes to the Phillipians, he wholeheartedly believes that the Lord is near. And it is through experiences, through learning, seeing, doing, volunteering our time and talent, that we also can know God's peace and presence in our lives.
I came to know God towards the end of my high school years. I was searching, asking questions, attending mass, and in my freshman year of college at UCLA, I was baptized after going through the RCIA program. I was a young naive Catholic, eager to learn more. My journey of deepening my faith was not how I first imagined it would be, though. As an adult convert, I didn't have "CCD" classes as I so often had heard about through my cradle Catholic friends. And I found that many college friends were on the same journey as me, even though they grew up Catholic. They too wanted to know "who is this Jesus, and why should I follow Him?" As I continued to learn more about scripture, Catholic traditions and history, these new experiences drew me closer and closer to God.
How many of you have never stepped behind the altar here? I remember the first time I took a step behind the altar at UCLA. It was after my baptism and confirmation - the staff asked the newly baptized to prepare the altar. As we stepped behind and laid everything out, I took a quick second to look up, and was suddenly struck with awe. I saw very clearly this focus in the room on the table before me. I immediately understood in a much deeper sense why Catholic churches are laid out the way they are, with the alter as the focal point, and I felt the spirit flow over me, and I knew that the Lord was near. I grew a desire to be close to the altar, to grow a connection with communion unlike what I had known before. Brothers and sisters, sign up and get trained to be an altar server or a Eucharistic Minister, and you will experience God in a new way, here behind the alter, much like getting on stage for the first time.
At UCLA, it was during a weeklong intensive study of the Gospel of Mark that I came to know the weight that simple words could have in the Bible. In Bible study, I circled words that were repeated over and over again, and imagined Jesus getting more passionate with each repeated phrase. Do not fear. Do NOT fear! Scripture jumped out at me in a way that brought peace to my soul. Three simple words now had full stories behind them. There was emotion and life that I never experienced before. When have you been moved by the Word. Was it something you had heard many times before, but something about the circumstance, or the way it was said, that struck you? As a lector, you have the opportunity to deliver a story, to convey emotions, to make words jump out and remind others that God is near. And don't worry, you don't have to be an expert in all scripture. When you sign up, lectors get a training book that helps walk you through each passage; what words to emphasize, and what emotion to convey.
A quote that has encouraged me to give back to the church is "Life is God's gift to you, How you live it is your gift to God." Take a look at your life outside of these walls. Do you like to speak to crowds? Be an announcer at mass. Do you like to decorate for the holidays? Help dress the church for all the different seasons by joining the Arts and Environment Committee. Love hosting friends and family at your house? Sign up for hospitality after mass, or to be a greeter or usher. If you are a programmer or a blogger, join our Communications committee and help update the website or write a few posts. If none of those apply to you but you say, "Hey Crystal, I can help you climb a ladder and hang some cloth from that hook up there!" or "Yeah definitely, I can move that heavy plant!" then sign up for Facilities.
As a good Steward of your talents, we of course also ask that you give and serve outside of these walls. Our Outreach Commission is deeply tied to many partner agencies, or non-profits who serve those in need. Every organization that we are connected to helps us live our mission to be a beacon of light in downtown Seattle. Whether it is serving soup at a local kitchen, organizing donations at a nearby shelter, or serving at the Women's wellness center downstairs. Our parishioners have long standing relationships with organizations you may have heard of, such as Operation Nightwatch, Recovery Cafe, New Horizons, SVdP, Mary's Place, Matt Talbot, and many more. Sign up on the Talent Card to serve with one of our partner agencies, and we will connect you with the opportunities you feel most drawn to.
My brothers and sisters, our church is run on volunteers, and that in itself is SO special. We of course have a wonderful, strong, and amazing staff here at COH, but I'm sure they would agree with me when I say that it is YOU, the parishioners, who help live out its mission every day. And trust me when I say, with every new experience you sign up for, no matter how big or small, inside the church building or outside its walls, you will find a gentle reminder that the Lord is near. May the God of peace be with you. Thank you.


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