The Martin Artisans Guild presents "Spring Into Arts At The Barn". This Pop-up exhibit will be held at the Red Barn Furniture Store and Gallery in Stuart on Saturday, April 13. Twenty artists will showcase and sell their paintings, jewelry, ceramics, and fiber arts. There is plenty of free parking and admission is free. The Rickie Report shares the details here.
Experience a new kind of art reception at the Brewhouse Gallery on Friday, April 12! "Live painting" will take on a new meaning, as you can paint on a live model or just watch the resident artists paint their own canvases. Limited tickets are available to paint part of the live model and proceeds will benefit Kelsey Cares. All other artwork will be for sale. Enjoy refreshments and live music during a unique art event in Lake Park, FL. The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks. Music will be provided by Big Lux: Hip hop Violin!
Fabulous Art Opening by our resident artists! All art for sale!
The Brewhouse Gallery is a community art gallery and craft beer oasis! It offers some of the most limited craft beers, a full wine list, homemade sangria and catered food nightly. It's a creative space to share ideas & get inspired. Established in 2014, The Brewhouse Gallery is the brainchild of accomplished Palm Beach Gardens artist AJ Brockman. He wanted to reinvent the art gallery model after experiencing firsthand what it's like to make a living as an artist.
Artwork by Anthony Burks Sr.
Join us, Friday, April 12 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM as we showcase some of our current artists with a very unique event. Many of them will be painting live including Anthony Burks Sr, Kat Janis, Kevin Goff, Leo J. Arbeznik and more!
Live painting! If you ever wanted to try painting a "live" canvas….this is your opportunity! Buy a ticket for $20 and choose a number out of the bag to find out which square on our beautiful model you will be painting! Create a masterpiece! Limited tickets are available! A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Kelsey Cares! The model will have modesty tags on her body and wear a thong.
Wine, hors d'oeuvres, and live music also provided. Come out and meet the talent behind your favorite pieces! The artists will be here to share their stories and techniques. Plus, negotiate with them on that masterpiece you have been checking out!
The National Association of Women Artists, Florida Chapter invites the public to "The Influence of Frida Kahlo on Contemporary Art". The exhibition includes artworks of NAWAFL artists, as they used elements of Kahlo's work to inspire their own. The Opening Reception takes place on Friday, April 12 in the Sallie & Berton Korman Gallery at the Center for Creative Education. The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks.
Frida Kahlo's artistic depiction of her reality was forged through her pain. She had been crippled by polio at a very early age which severely stunted her right leg. Later, while studying Medicine (at 18 years old), she was involved in and survived a horrific accident that resulted in smashing her legs (her right one had to be amputated), as well as breaking her back and receiving multiple internal injuries. Yet she persevered and found her new direction, in life, through her art. She lived her life unapologetic. She never pretended to be something other than who she was. She embraced her Mexican Heritage, she spoke her mind when it came to politics or matters of the heart. And she painted through her pain. It is her warrior spirit that resonates with so many women and artists today.
Come to the final Makers Marketplace of the season on Sunday, April 7, to celebrate The Springtide Festival. The Jaffe Center For Book Arts at FAU's Boca campus offers free admission and free parking. Local makers and small boutiques will sell their creations while you enjoy the music from Rio Peterson bringing your favorite tunes from Beatles to New Order and the Smiths, followed by the big bluegrass sound of the Lubben Brothers. The Rickie Report highlights the makers and shares the details here.
Free Admission! Free easy parking!
We're closing the Makers Marketplace season with a bang, gathering your favorite local vendors and small boutiques, focusing on springtime, and bringing you some pretty awesome local music––first half: the powerhouse that is RIO PETERSON, covering all your favorites from the Beatles to New Order and the Smiths, followed by the big glorious bluegrass sound of the LUBBEN BROTHERS. Not to mention the most delicious doughnuts and crafts for young and old that you can make yourself (because we should all be makers).
The easiest way to find our venue is to keep your eyes open for the blue and white MAKERS MARKETPLACE signs we'll have posted on campus roads directing you to the market. Historic T6 and its neighboring companion Building T5 are remnants from the World War II era Boca Raton Army Airfield. The two buildings are easily spotted as they look nothing like the rest of our campus buildings. They both resemble old army barracks buildings with tall brick chimneys rising from the center of each. They are located on FAU's Boca Raton campus, at the northeast corner, very close to Henderson School and the FAU Football Stadium and directly across the street from the east entrance of Palm Beach State College. We will have directional road signs placed strategically on main campus roads directing you to the place, along with free, close-by parking.
From the NEW I-95 interchange and Spanish River Boulevard: The brand new I-95 interchange for Florida Atlantic University (Exit 48A) takes you directly from the interstate to FAU. Once you pass the traffic light at Spanish River Boulevard, you are on the FAU campus on FAU Boulevard. Keep to the left lane and you will see a blue and white MAKERS MARKETPLACE sign directing you to make a soft left onto NW 8th Avenue. Our venue at historic Building T6 will come up soon after. Should you miss the soft left onto NW 8th Avenue, stay on FAU Boulevard; you will soon see a field on your right and then FAU Stadium. Stay in the left lane, and you'll see another blue and white MAKERS MARKETPLACE sign directing you to turn left at Palm Beach State College Drive. Turn left again at NW 8th Avenue. Our venue at historic Building T6 will be on the right.
From Glades Road: Enter the FAU campus at the main entrance (the one closest to I-95) and you will find yourself on West University Drive. Continue straight. The road will curve eventually and become North University Drive and FAU Stadium will soon be in view. There will be a traffic light just past the stadium. Continue straight, and make a left turn at the stop sign, onto NW 8th Avenue. On your right, across from the entrance to Palm Beach State College, is T6, a long single-story building with a tall brick chimney. This is the place!
In Lot 45, which is the parking lot just north of Buildings T5 and T6, just steps away from our venue!
Our goal is to help you be the best human you can be.
The shopping, entertainment, and dining mecca of CityPlace will transform once more into an outdoor artistic showcase during the 9 Annual Downtown West Palm Beach Art Festival. Rosemary Avenue will be filled with gallery style tents featuring over 100 artists, with all mediums of fine art. The free event, produced by Howard Alan Events, takes place on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7. The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks.
Residents and visitors are invited to stroll amidst life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics and more from the local and national artists who are on site to discuss their inspirations and processes for each hand-made work. The Howard Alan Art Festival is family-friendly and pets on leashes are always welcomed.
Presented by Howard Alan Events (HAE), producer of the nation's finest juried art shows, the Howard Alan Art Festival represents original artwork, handmade in America and selected by an independent panel of expert judges from hundreds of applicants. HAE's careful vetting process also ensures a wide array of mediums and price ranges will be offered during the Festival.
Howard Alan Events, a Florida-based company, produces the nation's top juried art and craft shows. Ranked among the Top 100 Art Fairs in the Country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, the 30+ years-established company has overseen art festivals in such noted cities as Alexandria, VA; Aspen, CO; Sarasota, FL; Fort Lauderdale, FL and 40 other destination markets in the nation.
For additional information on the 9th Annual Downtown West Palm Beach Art Festival and other Howard Alan Events art and craft shows across the country, visit www.artfestival.com or call 561-746-6615.
Neil Capozzi at Stuart Art Supply and Artist's Nook Studio, is ready to celebrate 40 years of the Martin Arts Council support of the arts and cultural scene! This fete is February 1, 2020, so it's time to prepare by decorating a Venetian mask. Don't wait – call Neil to reserve a mask! They're due back by October 1, allowing snowbirds and locals time to explore your creativity! The Rickie Report shares the details and some peeks at some masks that have already been returned! The masks will be auctioned off at the "Carnevale di mARTin – A Masquerade", with proceeds being used for Arts Councils programs including the development of a new cultural center in Stuart! We can't wait to see what you create!
Neil Capozzi tells The Rickie Report, "As you know, the arts are an important part of this community and I strive to be active member in providing a quality experience in art materials, art education and community involvement. I'm offering another opportunity for artists to showcase their talents this year. The Arts Council is having a milestone anniversary in 2020. We will be celebrating 40 years of supporting the arts in Martin County. We will be kicking off the year long celebration with a gala. The theme of the gala is "Carnevale di mARTin – A Masquerade". The gala is Saturday, February 1st 2020. I am asking all artists to participate in this event by painting a Venetian Mask and I will be collecting them and donating them to the Arts Council. Our goal is to sell them to the attendees of the gala. Blank masks are available from Stuart Art Supply for you to explore your creativity".
Our 1st Masks have been completed.
Neil explains, "The mask painting project has been well received and I have over 40 out being painted at the moment. Since I need the masks back by October 1 there is still an opportunity for our "snowbirds" to participate. You just need to send them back by October 1st. The sooner I get them back the sooner we can begin promoting the 2020 Gala. The masks can represent the style of the artist or the traditional venetian festival. It's up to you, the artist".
Venetian masks have a long history of protecting their wearer's identity. Made for centuries in Venice, these distinctive masks were made out of papier-mache and wildly decorated with fur, fabrics, gem and feathers. Eventually, Venetian masks emerged as the emblem of Carnevale a pageant and street fair celebrating hedonism. Additionally, the masks served an important social purpose of keeping every citizen on an equal playing field. Masked, a servant could be mistaken for a nobleman—or vice versa. State inquisitors and spies could question citizens without fear of their true identity being discovered and citizens could answer without fear of retribution. The morale of the people was maintained through the use of masks—for with no faces, everyone had voices.
Mask wearing became forbidden in 1797, so the venetian masks, along with the carnival masks and masquerade ball masks vanished completely. This continued until the early '80s, when a group of venetian architecture students began to revive this ancient and long tradition. Since then, the carnival of Venice has turned to be again one of the most important and most beautiful in the world.
NOW THAT THE WINTER SEASON IS COMING TO A CLOSE COME IN AND CHECK OUT THE CLEARANCE.
WE'LL HAVE ROCK BOTTOM PRICES ON PAPER, CANVAS, BRUSHES, AND PAINTS.
Artisans On The Ave Gallery in Lake Worth not only displays and sells unique art creations, they also offer evening workshops! Learn how to Flat Felt with Gin Blische (tonight, March 29 and April 12), Meditate & Paint with Jana Costa (March 30), Learn to Draw with Patricia Lappin ( April 4 and April 18). In addition, Amelia Costa will be showing her clay creations on April 6. Please register beforehand for workshops. The Rickie Report shares the details.
Spend a casual evening of Wool, Wine and Blue Jeans at Artisans on the Ave with Wool Artist Gin Blische. You bring the denim she'll bring the rest. Create a One Of A Kind design or use one that Gin has designed for you. This method of flat felting can be used to create a multitude of art projects. $60.00 includes supplies and refreshments.
Lead by Jana Costa – Certified Meditation Instructor, Artists and Poet. Price – $55 Learn how to meditate and paint in a fun and relaxed environment.
A creative drawing class introduces different ways to express yourself with simple tools: pencil, charcoal and pen on paper. Drawing is the foundation of all art expression. Shapes, lines and texture combine to make a quick sketch or a finished drawing. Get started on a life time of creativity with Patricia Lappin. Includes supplies.
April is a very active month at the Boca Raton Museum School of Art! It's time for Youth Summer Camp sign-ups, the 5 x 5 Student Exhibition, a SOLO Exhibit by Susan Schwarz, and the Opening Reception at the International Plaza Exhibition. The new Adult Class catalog is ready, too! The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks. Be inspired, see an exhibit, and take a class!
The Boca Raton Museum Art School still a vey busy place during the month of April, even as snowbirds depart. Term 5 (5 weeks) starts on Monday, April 22. The catalog for Adult Summer 2019 classes will be mailed by the end of March, but you can check out on-line registration.
Show your support for the Boca Raton Museum Art School with a lavish Opening Reception with champagne, fabulous hors d'oeuvres, and dessert! Over 60 large paintings and photographs from the students and instructors of the Art School breathe new life into this place of business. Join us and toast your glass to these talented artists.
2019 Youth Summer Art Camp Program will be conducted by our Youth & Teen Ceramics instructor Rita Daire, registration for the 10 weeks of Summer Camp are ready online and over the phone, please contact us 561-392-2503.
Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery And School Of Art Present 41st Annual Members Exhibition And Sale. Stop By For One Of The Favorite Exhibits In Season!
The Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art in Tequesta announces the 41st Annual Members Exhibition and Sale! This annual installation is a favorite and runs April 8 – 25, 2019. The Artist Reception and Awards Ceremony takes place at the 3rd Thursday event on April 18. Enjoy passed hors d'oeuvres and beverages at this topical monthly get-together. The Rickie Report shares the details and some photos from 2018's exhibit.
Our creative membership represents every type of media. This much anticipated exhibition provides the cultural venue for our members to share their latest and best work. Over 100 artists, from professionals to students, enjoy this exciting opportunity to share and enjoy new directions and latest trends. "We are very grateful for the support of our members and are delighted to give them this forum to share their work with the public," said Nancy Politsch, Executive Director.
Awards are offered in the following categories: Painting (oils and acrylics); Painting (Watercolors, Pastels, Drawings); Photography (including digital manipulation), Mixed Media; 3D (including Sculpture, Ceramics and Fused Glass); Wearable Art (including textiles and jewelry); as well as the ever popular People's Choice Award voted on by the public.


The Sirius Academy Year 10 Rugby League team won their third consecutive Hull Schools Cup Final after a comprehensive 42-14 victory over Andrew Marvell. The team who have had a successful year, including winning the Hull Schools League, reaching the Yorkshire Cup semi-finals and National Cup stages, were assured throughout, defending well and finishing off tries with great skill. The team now look forward to their last year as a school team as they look to add further accolades to their list of achievements.
The first half saw a Sirius blitz, led by strong defence in the middle from captain for the night on his final Sirius appearance, Alec Beaumont, supported by Jon Mills and Kai Thorpe. In attack James Ducker, Chris Brown and Ray Brown made good yards forward with Kenan Stephenson and Loch Fitzgerald controlling the play well. First over was Chris Brown off a good Brad McLaughlin offload with Thorpe goaling, before Brown sprinted clear for his 2nd try. Ray Brown was next over with another Thorpe goal for 18-0. With little time remaining a Fitzgerald kick was grounded by Stephenson for a half-time lead of 24-0.
The 2nd half continued in the same manner with Chris Brown again scoring from long distance to complete his hat-trick, however credit to Marvell who fired back with two quick tries for 30-10. Fittingly it was Brown who grabbed the final two Sirius tries to complete his Man of the Match performance and take his tally to five tries for the match, with Thorpe and Beaumont converting for the final 42-14 win.
Kenan Stephenson, Haydn Mortimer, Callum Magee, Connah Oliver, Luke Collingwood, Brad McLaughlin, Lochlan Fitzgerald, Jon Mills, Alec Beaumont ©, Kai Thorpe (Year 9), Ray Brown, James Ducker, Chris Brown, Charlie Jackson, Tom Greenham, Matthew Burgess, Brandon Butcher.
Special thanks to Rachel Gay and Martin Smith for their assistance with the team and to Cosi Basile and Lewis Jarvis for their support. Also well done to 6th former Harry Brigham for his help with filling water bottles and generally helping out.


This Sawara Cypress is a minature conifer from Japan. With grey/green foliage it is an extremley slow growing variety, putting on ¼" of growth a year, it is a suitable addition to any size garden. Height 150-200cm. Supplied in a 3-5 litre pot.
This Sawara Cypress is a minature conifer from Japan. With grey/green foliage it is an extremley slow growing variety, putting on ¼" of growth a year, it is a suitable addition to any size garden. Height 150-200cm. Supplied in a 3 litre pot or 3-5 litre pot.
Ideal for beds and borders, patio pots and containers, rockeries. Prefers full sun.


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Alexion wins a pair of EU approvals to build out its rare disease ranks
Sep 1, 2015 9:06am
Alexion Pharmaceuticals ($ALXN) is no longer a one-product company, winning tandem European approvals for two rare disease drugs it hopes will mimic the success of Soliris, the world's most expensive treatment.
The European Commission signed off on asfotase alfa, a treatment for the ultrarare pediatric-onset hypophosphatasia (HPP), and sebelipase alfa, which targets the similarly uncommon lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D). The former, invented by Alexion, will sell as Strensiq; and the second, brought in through the company's $8.4 billion acquisition of Synageva this year, is dubbed Kanuma. Ultrarare diseases are those that affect fewer than 20 for every 1 million people.
Now begins the process of discussing pricing with the EU's 28 member states, a contentious topic for global regulators when it comes to companies like Alexion. Soliris, approved for a pair of rare diseases, goes for more than $500,000 a year, and while Alexion has largely been successful in convincing governments and payers to shell out for the therapy thanks to its excellent record of efficacy, it has repeatedly had to defend its drug's worth.
The company hasn't disclosed price tags for Strensiq and Kanuma, but Barclays analyst Geoff Meacham wrote in a note to investors that Alexion will likely charge about $375,000 a year for each. Meacham figures the two drugs could bring in a combined $2 billion a year at their peak.
HPP is a metabolic disease characterized by defective bone formation, leading to deformities and respiratory issues that often prove fatal, and Strensiq is designed to replace the deficient enzyme responsible. LAL-D is caused by a genetic mutation that results in a loss of LAL enzymes, contributing to dangerous buildups of cholesterol and triglycerides that can severely damage the liver. Kanuma, also an enzyme-replacement therapy, works by counteracting that process.
In the U.S., each drug has received the FDA's coveted breakthrough-therapy designation, given to promising treatments for diseases with high unmet need. The award promises Alexion access to top regulators throughout the process and presents a chance for speedy approval, and the company is awaiting final word on both treatments.
- read the Strensiq statement
- here's the Kanuma release

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West Bengal Orthopaedic Association has been immensely successful in maintaining its vision of being an institution for the furtherment of orthopaedics in both academic and technical sectors in the state of West Bengal. It is a proud privilege to work as Hony Secretary of this prestigious Association through thick and thin. We have organised several seminars and conferences and provided crucial assistance to members ever since our inception, and our vision is to continue doing the same with even higher standards to meet in the years to come.


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What makes your company/organization unique? Following the 2008 downturn of the economy my husband and I started our business in 2009 and it has sustained us through the years. As a couple we have combined business experience of 60 years working in accounting departments and the income tax preparation industry. We are small business specialists and enthusiasts encouraging each other.
"You in 2" Write two sentences about you… I enjoy our local communities for all their rich history, unique community spirit, and annual community activities. Through our company marketing and being an active member of the chamber I enjoy meeting business owners and getting to know people in general.
What's something you've learned recently you think others should know? We may think we are alone, but as we reach out and get to know our neighbors we find we have a lot in common with similar emotions. As we reach out to support each other, together we can accomplish great things for our families, neighbors, and community.
What is one business tip you've learned you wish someone had told you when you started? Keep up a positive attitude. Onward and upward. Be the little engine that could with optimism and hard work.
What is your proudest accomplishment? Being a wife, mother, grandmother, and devout follower of our Lord Jesus Christ.
About Involve Church: Involve Church exists to involve people in an authentic relationship with Jesus. Our vision is to involve people in the life of the church so that every person in Nampa and surrounding areas has multiple opportunities to hear about, see in action, and respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Involve Church was founded in 2015 with about 25 adults and currently runs around 150 adults and 30 children in regular attendance. Involve Church meets at Snake River Elementary School located at 500 Stampede Drive, Nampa, ID 83687 and also owns the Involve Training Center for Ministry and Leadership Development currently under renovation (scheduled to be completed in 2019) at 224 17th Ave S, Nampa, ID 83651.
What Makes Involve Church Unique?
Involve Church is unique because a high percentage of those at Involve are actively involved in the community in some way. We love to partner with various organizations, whether its other non-profits, businesses, parks and recreation, or the public schools. We are a church that believes that we should make a difference both spiritually and practically in the community. We like to ask ourselves this question: "Would the community be any different if our church ceased to exist tomorrow?" We hope the answer to that question drives us to be actively involved in Nampa and the surrounding communities.
First and foremost, I'm a follower of Jesus - a sinner saved by grace - I'm forgiven by God because I trust in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. Secondly, I'm a husband, father, pastor. I also like to run and lift weights in my free time.
What's something new you've learned recently you think others should know?
Its important for us to take some time to rest. We live in a world that is constantly busy, with many distractions that will keep us from truly spending times on the things that matter and with the people in our lives that are important, like family and friends. Believe it or not, pastors are no exception to the temptation to be too busy, so I've been trying to be diligent with my calendar, making the most of the time I'm supposed to work, and then purposefully setting work aside to enjoy my family, friends, and time with God.
What is one business tip you've learned you wish someone had told you when you started?It might seem strange for a pastor to be giving out business advice, and I'm sure that I would have a lot to learn from the business professionals in the area. That said, I think there is one thing I wish someone had told me when I first started - you can't do it all yourself, so start developing others now. Really - if you are going to build something that outlasts you and is bigger than you, you need to pour the time it takes into developing other people. I think about it in terms of being a "hero maker" rather than the "hero."
I have to first say that anything I've accomplished is because of God's grace in my life - He truly deserves all the credit. To date, in partnership with many others who have invested countless hours (and literally blood, sweat, and tears), our proudest accomplishment has been to start Involve Church in September of 2015.
Tell us about your company: In 2006 I convinced my brother Kirk that it would be a good Idea to start a pest control company here in good ol' Nampa, Idaho. I had been in the pest control industry for a few years at the time and I thought it was a perfect time and definitely the perfect place to start our business. Many years of hard work has brought us to today where we can serve excellent customers, employ great people, and support our families in this wonderful area.
What makes you unique?: We have tried over the years to become extremely knowledgeable in identifying and solving people's pest problems here in the area. We are continually learning about pests and different ways to solve pest problems. The most unique thing about us though is not how we take care of pests, we have learned that taking good care of customers is just as important. We try to never miss a phone call and always get back to customers quickly. Some of our most loyal customers have been earned by going the extra mile for a customer and always listening.
My biggest accomplishments have little to do with work. My family is my greatest blessing. I am beyond lucky to have 5 children with my wonderful wife Annikan.
Something you've learned recently: I recently went to a national pest conference in Orlando, Florida and after comparing notes with other pest control companies all over the globe, it was confirmed to me that we have a great business in an enviable area.
Contact: Denny on his cell (208) 697-0691 or via email.
Our hospice is unique in that our entire team of professionals operates as a unit together to ensure the best possible continuity of care for patients and their families.
I really consider myself a full-time volunteer with involvement in several different organizations. For the last two years, I have been blessed to be a part of the Journeys Hospice team as part-time Outreach Coordinator.
As a retired RN, I now, because of Journeys Hospice, have the opportunity to still be in touch with the medical world but also get to be out and about in the community doing the volunteer work I love.
As an owner of a small medical clinic, I almost dropped my Chamber membership. It seemed I really did not get all that much for the money. As I considered this change, I decided that maybe I had not really engaged with the Chamber activities and events. So, how could I really make an informed decision? If I was seriously planning to explore the Nampa Chamber of Commerce and what it had to offer, I needed to be committed. One sure way of doing that is to become a Chamber Ambassador. That was the best decision ever! You and your business can benefit immensely from your Chamber membership. It will create a growing network of connections but only if you connect first.
I am blessed to have had the opportunity and then make the choice to live a Christian life and do as much as I can to serve others. That includes my family, my friends, my community, my country, the less fortunate throughout the world. But most of all, I am proud to be a servant of my Lord, Jesus Christ.
Journeys Hospice is small but we are mighty! As a locally owned and operated hospice service, our team of professional staff members prides themselves on going the extra mile to offer the best care for our patients. Patients are followed by the same nurse for the duration of service providing excellent continuity of care. Journeys Hospice is a full-service hospice and accepts patients from all over the entire Treasure Valley. Contact Journeys Hospice at 208-461-3035 or send us an email.
Nampa Direct Care is a monthly membership-based, comprehensive family medicine clinic. With Nampa Direct Care, you can expect to receive health care services designed just for you. We cut out the insurance red tape, allowing our provider to give you one-to-one attention, and extended visits. We can address all of your concerns at the same visit leaving you feeling satisfied with your time spent here.
We offer our members direct access to the physician day and night via email and text. With our monthly membership model, you will never pay a copay or office visit fee. You can see and speak to the doctor as often as you need, with NO extra charge.
I married my high-school sweetheart and we have 2 beautiful daughters. I have worked in healthcare my entire working life (17yrs), I want to make a difference in peoples lives by helping them be the best they can be.
What's something you've learned recently you think others should know?
If it feels right in your gut, TAKE THE LEAP!
What is one business tip you've learned you wish someone had told you when you started?
Talk, talk, talk. Be proud of what you do. If your not telling people about what you have for them, they will never know!
Making the move 2400 miles away from my entire family, and being here 6 years later telling everyone how wonderful it was to just trust and have faith. Because today, I'd never go back to where I came from.
What makes your company/organization unique? Our Hotel in Nampa is unique partly because of our variety of room options. We have the most variety of, the largest, and even hot tub rooms.
"You in Two" - Two sentences about you: I just celebrated 22 years of marriage to my lovely wife Maria, we have been entrusted with raising 3 grandchildren, and in about a month, we will have our first great-grandchild. Also, I thoroughly enjoy living & working in Nampa, representing this property and serving on 3 local non-profit boards.
What's something you've learned recently you think others should know? The Cross I carry is heavy enough, I don't need a big ego to carry with it. Schedule my plan and plan my schedule.
What is your proudest accomplishment? My proudest accomplishment was the day I realized that Jesus Christ is my Savior.
We are proud to provide the great city of Nampa this corporate brand, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, which is an excellent choice to be a part of for quality and consistency. In addition, our Idaho based management company, Inntrusted LLC, is even more special and has a great mission. "We are guided by our relentless focus of being the industry leader in Hospitality management. Our mission is 2-fold: to create a culture of success and stability for our employees and their families, and to build lasting and memorable relationships with our guests, one outstanding stay at a time." We are pleased to be able to host Legislative Coffees and occasional Ambassador meetings as needed, and are happy to continue. If you have not had a tour of our newly carpeted and furnished property or ever, I am more than happy to show you around.
What makes your company/organization unique?
We are a locally owned small business.
Me and my two boys, 10 & 13, just moved here last August from Houston Texas and we love our new city and all the amazing outdoor adventures we go on. On weekends we are hiking, riding our bikes, paddle boarding, fishing, camping or laying by the lake.
Be Bold. Be Fearless. And live life to the fullest.
You can do Anything, but you can't do Everything. Surround yourself with a strong team and strong community. Together you are stronger.
I'm proud to be a mom. Watching these boys grow into little men and enjoying how our relationship changes and grows.
The new Galaxy Event Center at Wahooz Family Fun Zone opens this November and will be Meridian's largest, most upscale conference space. The Galaxy will seat up to 600 guests for galas, meetings, holiday parties, trade shows and more. The Galaxy will feature an updated gourmet catering menu and cocktail service. Add some fun to your event with attractions for all ages at Wahooz, Pinz & Roaring Springs Waterpark. Wahooz features 17 attractions, including the new Indoor Adventure Park and 24-lane Pinz Bowling Center. Roaring Springs is the Northwest's largest waterpark and was recently ranked 8th Best in the US by Trip Advisor.
NNU has the opportunity to provide higher education in a Christ sharing setting.
I am blessed by a 42-year partnership with my wonderful wife, Paula, two adult children with one living with her husband and our grandson next door. I'm also blessed to be doing my best to serve the citizens of Nampa on the City Council.
What's something new you've learned recently that you think others should know?
Not recently, but for many years – Jesus Christ died on the Cross for each and every one of us, so we may have eternal life.
What is one business tip you've learned you wish someone had told you when you started?
Daily learning only happens with less mouth movement and more ear reception.
Two – Accepting Christ as my personal Savior and convincing my wife to marry me.
In 1994 we were living in Seattle and could have moved anywhere. Through God's leading, we chose Nampa where I was born, and have had no regrets. Nampa like any fast-growing municipality has her challenges, but we have a caring, never give up mentality in our citizenry and business community that day in and day out makes us Nampa Proud!
Kids First Cast is a nonprofit that was founded in 2011. Our mission is to help build and sustain healthy communities by providing; education, conservation, and outdoor recreation in a safe and inviting environment for kids and their families while enjoying the sport of fishing.
We want to encourage kids and families a like to get outdoors together and enjoy fishing. Idaho ranks as the 33rd highest adult obesity in the nation, according to "The State of Obesity: Better Policies for a Healthier America" released September 2016. Hypertension rate for adults was 31.2% and ranked 25th highest in the nation. Even if we can get kids and adults outdoors to enjoy fishing, they will get the benefits of the outdoors, clean air, physical exercise, becoming one with nature, just maybe this will be the beginning of a new fit and healthier lifestyle. Leaving technology and the stress, and spending time outside is great for the body and the brain, (and it's fun too!). We encourage families to spend time outdoors fishing because it's healthy. Fishing is such a great way to bond as a family, and it has so many positive benefits, physically and mentally.
We primarily teach catch and release, but as we've said before, you try talking a kid out of that first fish that they have caught, just ain't happenin! The confidence and the big huge grins that we get from these kids when they catch that fish, let's us know that we are making a positive impact in those kids lives. Through fishing we are making a valuable investment in our community, and for fishing, along with preserving our natural habitat for future generations.
We are always looking for new ways to introduce and educate our youth and our community to the benefits of fishing.
Love to fish with the kids! I have over 32 years experience in the fishing and tackle business, but this is the most fun I have had!
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People recognizing the positive impact we have with kids, elderly, Veterans, and Disabled Veterans, by going fishing together.
Locally owned, family operated for over 20 years. We have great customer service and DEEP roots in the community. We strive to be an asset to you because when you succeed, we succeed. We aren't "Just a copy shop" We have lots of services to offer you so you don't have to run all over town!
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Darlene's Printing was founded in 1994 when Darlene saw a need for quality printing paired with extraordinary customer service. She has founded her printshop on integrity, community involvement and quality. This tradition carries on today in her 6 employees and their commitment to great service. Darlene's offers a wide variety of print needs such as business cards, envelopes, NCR forms, blueprints and posters. They also offer more than "traditional" print items. Promotional products, including water bottles, mugs, pens and keychains to name a few. Wide format capabilities make sure that you are covered for anything such as stickers, signs, and banners. They are located right in the heart of downtown Nampa and would love to help you with whatever project you may have!
Hope sums up the vision of those who work tirelessly everyday at the Nampa Family Justice Center (NFJC). At the NFJC families are wrapped in warmth and safety as a partnership of agencies dedicate themselves to ending family violence through collaborative efforts and co-located services. Advocates, counselors, legal aid, medical providers, law enforcement and prosecutors are some of the many service providers.
As an integral part of the Center's responsibility, the staff strives to provide the numerous services that clients need in a manner that respects all individual circumstances – which is no easy task.
The NFJC yearly fundraiser will be held on March 9, 2018 with the theme "A Light In The Window", raising funds to assist survivors in moving from darkness to the light of hope.
Any business or individuals are invited to tour the NFJC and speakers are available by contacting the NFJC at (208) 475-5700.
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Designed specifically to meet your financial needs with a local, personalized touch, "The Idaho Bank" team focuses on building long-term relationships and providing warm, friendly service. Decisions are made locally in Idaho and telephone calls are answered by real people committed to providing practical solutions. Your financial needs are uniquely essential to Idaho's growing economy. That's why we are dedicated to providing customized, trusted, local solutions to meet your needs. And that's what makes us "The Idaho Bank".
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We recently caught up with LFC champ Monica 'Flowerbomb' Garcia [15-5] and got her to answer some questions for the fans. Look for her to defend the belt in 2018, enjoy the article!
I love adventures and good food, I'm also very loud but easy going.
If you could pick any place in the world to have the next LFC event, where would it be and why?
If I could pick any place for the next event I would pick Thailand, because I love their food and culture.
How do you keep so fit?
I like to keep fit by changing up my workouts and meal plans, I also have a passion for dancing and soccer so I'll incorporate that into my routine.
What inspired you to become a fighter?
What ultimately inspired me to become a fighter is the adrenaline rush. I love it because when I'm in the ring I feel liberated and strong and there's no better feeling than that.
How does it make you feel to be so scantily-clad in front of such a large audience?
To be scantily clad in front of a large audience feels pretty damn good. I love having all eyes on me, I've always been confident in my wardrobe selections and take fittings very serious, so I'm not worried about any malfunctions.
How do you feel about your fan-base?
I feel like my fans are awesome, I know it will grow and the support and love is so real! Being able to interact and talk with fans is one of the best feelings.
Who do you enjoy working with in the ring the most?
In the ring, I like working with Allie Parker and Andreea, I've learned a lot from both and they are very fun to work with along with Coach Leon; he's my favorite.
How do you feel about the contrast between doing something so feminine (modelling in lingerie) while simultaneously doing something so masculine (bashing each other's faces in)?
I feel like the contrast between doing something so feminine while simultaneously doing something so masculine is the perfect combination, because I can show off my "girliness" and athleticism and I feel like it empowers women at the same time.
If you could have your action figure do one move, what would it be?
If I could have my action figure do one move, I would have to go with the rear naked choke, it's my all time favorite or the fireman's carry, either or.
What is your most recent fashion-related purchase?
The most recent fashion related purchase that I couldn't resist were a pair of lingerie bottoms believe it or not lol, I love lingerie.
What is your favorite match that you've been in?
My favorite match that I've been in would have to be my debut at LFC 23, it was honestly such a legit experience, I'll never forget it! My opponent was very tough, I love how she got down in the ring and put up a great fight.
Which part of your body do you consider most sexy?
The part of my body that I consider to be most sexy would have to be my thunder thighs, they are so thick and super soft it's like the perfect pair of thighs you can cuddle to!
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Емельяниха (в верховьях — Западная Емельяниха) — река в России, протекает в Добрянском и Усольском районах Пермского края. Устье реки находится в 824 км от устья Камы, по левому берегу Камского водохранилища. Длина реки составляет 28 км.

Река берёт начало в Добрянском районе в 15 км к юго-западу от села Вогулка. Течёт от истока на север после слияния с Восточной Емельянихой поворачивает на запад, а в низовьях — на юго-запад. От места слияния с Восточной Емельянихой и вплоть до устья образует границу Добрянского и Усольского районов. Всё течение проходит по ненаселённому заболоченному лесному массиву. Притоки — Восточная Емельяниха, Крутой Лог, Малая Емельяниха (правые). Впадает река в вытянутый залив Камского водохранилища ниже посёлка Пожва.

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По данным государственного водного реестра России относится к Камскому бассейновому округу, водохозяйственный участок реки — Кама от города Березники до Камского гидроузла, без реки Косьва (от истока до Широковского гидроузла), Чусовая и Сылва, речной подбассейн реки — бассейны притоков Камы до впадения Белой. Речной бассейн реки — Кама.

Код объекта в государственном водном реестре — 10010100912111100007802.

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Edible flower ice cubes are a great way to preserve flowers and make an easy and elegant addition to your drinks.
This past Spring I planted violets in our garden. They made our garden pretty and provided me with edible flower garnishes for various desserts I made. Now that Fall is here, my violet bushes are withering away, so I decided to freeze as many as possible to make edible flower ice cubes. I did this over the summer as well, but in smaller quantities.
During my vacation to Japan, I noticed that nearly every place we ate at had these perfect sized squares of ice. They were slightly bigger than the ones my freezer make, but not quite as large as the ones used for whiskey. I loved how their appearance and was searching everywhere for similar molds when I got home. I finally found these ones on Amazon* and have been using them ever since.
The ice cubes come out so lovely and add an elegant touch to any cocktail.
Add one flower (or several if they are tiny) to the bottom of each ice cube mold. Fill molds 3/4 full with water. Flower(s) should float up but still be submerged under water. Freeze until set.


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New Chemical Process Converts Polyethylene Plastic into an Adhesive
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While many cities and eight states have banned single-use plastics, bags and other polyethylene packaging still clog landfills and pollute rivers and oceans.
One major problem with recycling polyethylene, which makes up one-third of all plastic production worldwide, is economic: Recycled bags end up in low-value products, such as decks and construction material, providing little incentive to reuse the waste.
A new chemical process developed at the University of California, Berkeley, converts polyethylene plastic into a strong and more valuable adhesive and could change that calculus.
"The vision is that you would take a plastic bag that is of no value, and instead of throwing it away, where it ends up in a landfill, you would turn it into something of high value," said John Hartwig, the Henry Rapoport Chair in Organic Chemistry at UC Berkeley and leader of the research team.
"You couldn't take all of this recycled plastic -- hundreds of billions of pounds of polyethylene are produced each year -- and turn it into a material with adhesive properties, but if you take some fraction of that and turn it into something that is of high value, that can change the economics of turning the rest of it into something that is of lower value."
For most plastics, recycling means chopping it up and forming it into generic products, in the process tossing out many of the properties painstakingly engineered into the original plastic, such as pliability and ease of processing.
And while new methods of recycling can break down plastics into their chemical constituents for use as fuels or lubricants, these products, too, are low-value and can be environmentally questionable -- another fossil fuel to burn -- or have a short lifetime.
To make recycling more attractive, researchers and the plastics industry have been looking for ways to "upcycle" -- that is, convert recycled plastic into something more valuable and longer-lived.
The chemical process that Hartwig and his colleagues developed keeps many of the original properties of polyethylene, but adds a chemical group to the polymer that makes it stick to metal: something polyethylene normally does poorly.
His team showed that the modified polyethylene can even be painted with water-based latex. Latex easily peels off standard low-density polyethylene, referred to as LDPE.
The paper describing this process will be published online Dec. 17 in the journal Chem and will appear in January's printed edition.
"We are able to enhance adhesion, while preserving all the other traits of polyethylene that the industry finds so useful," said co-author Phillip Messersmith, the Class of 1941 Professor in UC Berkeley's departments of bioengineering and materials science and engineering.
"The processability, thermal stability and mechanical properties seem to be unharmed while enhancing adhesion. That is tricky to do. That is really where we have some exciting things to show."
While the process is not yet economical for industrial use, Hartwig believes that it can be improved and could be the starting point for adding other properties besides stickiness.
The success also hints that other catalysts could work with other types of plastics, such as the polypropylene found in recycled plastic bottles, to produce higher-value products that are economically attractive.
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Hartwig specializes in designing new catalytic processes -- in this case, adding small chemical units to large hydrocarbon chains, or polymers, in very specific places -- to create "functionalized polymers" with new and useful properties.
Such reactions are difficult, because a major selling point of plastics is that they are resistant to chemical reactions.
For this project, he wanted to see if he could add a hydroxyl group -- oxygen bound to hydrogen, or OH -- at a small fraction of the carbon-hydrogen bonds along the polyethylene chain.
"Polyethylene usually has between 2,000 and 10,000 carbons in a chain, with two hydrogens on each carbon -- really, it is an ocean of CH2 groups, called methylenes," he said. "We dipped into the literature to look for the most active catalyst we could find for functionalization of a methylene position."
The catalyst would have to work at high temperatures, since the solid recycled plastic has to be melted. Also, it would have to work in a solvent that is nonpolar, and thus able to mix with polyethylene, which is nonpolar. This is one reason it does not stick to metals, which are polar, or charged.
Hartwig and postdoctoral associate Liye Chen settled on a ruthenium-based catalyst (polyfluorinated ruthenium porphyrin) that satisfied these requirements and also could add OH groups to the polymer chain without the highly reactive hydroxyl breaking the polymer chain apart.
The reaction, surprisingly, produced a polyethylene compound that sticks tightly to aluminum metal, presumably by means of the OH molecules affixed along polyethylene's hydrocarbon chain.
To better understand the adhesion, Chen teamed up with Katerina Malollari, a graduate student in Messersmith's lab, which focuses on biological tissues with adhesive properties -- in particular, a glue produced by mussels.
Chen and Malollari discovered that adding a relatively small percentage of alcohol to the polymer boosted adhesion 20 times.
"The catalysis introduced chemical changes to less than 10% of the polymer, yet enhanced dramatically its ability to adhere to other surfaces," Messersmith said.
Getting polyethylene to adhere to things -- including latex paint -- opens up many opportunities, he added. Artificial hip sockets and knee implants often integrate polyethylene with metal components and could be made to adhere better to metal.
Functionalized polyethylene could be used to coat electrical wire, provide the glue that sticks other polymers together -- in milk cartons, for example -- or make more durable composites of plastic and metal, such as in toys.
"The utility here is being able to introduce these functional groups, which help solve many longstanding problems in polyethylene adhesion: adhesion of polyethylene to other polyethylene or to other polymers, as well as to metal," Messersmith said.
Hartwig foresees more opportunities for functionalization of complex polymers, including the most common plastic, polypropylene.
"We are one of the only groups anywhere that has been able to selectively introduce a functional group to long-chain hydrocarbon polymers," he said. "Other people can break the chains, and others can cyclize the chains, but to actually introduce a polar functional group into the chains is something that nobody else has been able to do."
Hartwig's team also included UC Berkeley graduate student Adam Uliana. The work was supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DE-AC02- 05CH11231) and the National Institutes of Health (R37 DE014193).
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When I heard that Friday the thirteenth was more likely than any other day of the week, I thought it was nonsense. Why on earth should it be so? I decided to check myself by writing a computer program.
Here are all the days from 2000 to 2016 marked with its own square. Each line is one year, Fridays are red, and Saturdays and Sundays are blue. Every time there is the thirteenth in a month, I've added a little dot. The black frames mark Friday the thirteenth.
Can you find May 13th 2016?
The question is therefore: If we look at all the dots marking the thirteenth, what is the distribution between the different days of the week?
It turns out that the distribution of weekdays repeats itself after exactly four hundred years. The entire picture, from 2000 to 2399, looks as follows. January 1, 2000, was a Saturday (it is the blue dot in the top left), and January 1, 2400, is also a Saturday. Because the distribution of weekdays repeats itself after four hundred years, the picture that begins with year 2400 would be exactly the same.
The reason why the calendar repeats itself after four hundred years, is the system we use for leap years. The year 2000 was a leap year, with one extra day in February, and the general rule is that a year is a leap year if it is divisible by four.
In four hundred years we get exactly 146,097 days. (That is because 365 times 400 is 146,000, and because there are 97 leap days during four hundred years.) The great thing with this number is that it is divisible by seven, and that is the same as 20,871 weeks.
This means that it is rather arbitrary that it is a Friday that occurs most often. Had we shifted all the days by one, it would have been Saturday that was the most common. But this is not so. Friday the thirteenth is more common than any other weekday.


STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Though the need to expand Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue's emergency services is clear, the way to do so remains smoky.
Steamboat Fire Rescue provides firefighting and emergency medical services to the city and the surrounding Steamboat Springs Area Fire Protection District. All of Steamboat's firefighters also are trained as EMTs, at a minimum.
While the area's population and number of emergencies the agency responds to has grown, the department's staffing has not kept up. The number of emergency personnel at the city has remained at about 30 full-time equivalent employees for the past 15 years, though in the most recent budget cycle, Steamboat Springs City Council approved shifting three firefighter/EMTs from part time to full time.
Over the past nine years, Steamboat Fire Rescue has seen a 24% increase in calls and a 64% increase in concurrent calls, which is when emergency personnel are working more than one call at a time. These concurrent calls are what the agency is struggling with most.
Right now, if firefighters are called to a second emergency when they're already in the field, the agency struggles to respond with a full ambulance or engine crew. It's a problem that gets worse as more calls come in, meaning the department relies on firefighters who are willing to come in when they're off duty to respond to a third or fourth concurrent call.
City Council will discuss funding options for the city department and possible locations of a larger downtown fire station at its Tuesday work session.
Stewart said the department forecasted a 3% increase in call volume in 2018. What they actually saw was more than double that — a 7.7% increase in call volume over 2017.
"It certainly has been and continues to increase, and that year, it was at a faster rate than even our projections," he said.
Those who cannot attend the meeting can contact City Council or watch a live video stream of the meeting by visiting the city's website, steamboatsprings.net.
To view previous meetings about fire funding and the fire station site selection, visit http://co-steamboatsprings.civicplus.com/653/Key-Sessions-Topics.
Last year, the Steamboat Sptings Area Fire Protection District sought an election to allow city voters to decide if they would be included within the district's boundaries. The move would've increase funding for the city department, which provides services for the district, by levying the same up to 9 mill property tax property owners in the district pay in city limits.
At a Nov. 2018 meeting, City Council tabled discussions on emergency services funding, missing the deadline to place a ballot question before voters. The council appointed a seven-person citizen's committee to explore this and other funding options.
This is the committee's first presentation to council. The committee has met seven times since Feb. 11, according to documents that will be presented to City Council this week.
According to the documents, the committee will present two options: a 4-mill property tax or a combination of a 2-mill property tax and a new tax on marijuana and alcohol.
City Council will also discuss the findings of another citizen's committee, which was charged with selecting a site for a new, centrally located fire station.
This project is currently unfunded, though the emergency services funding citizen's committee will also present on funding options for a new station.
Three sites are in the running — a lot at 13th Street and Lincoln Avenue across the highway from Bud Werner Memorial Library, the site of current city offices at 137 10th Street and the site of the current downtown fire station at 840 Yampa Street.
City Council will also make a determination on the annexation referendum petition to determine if the petition has enough signatures to send the question of annexing 191 acres west of city limits to municipal voters. It will also work through the possibility of a ban or fee on single-use plastic bags.


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Globally our daily work and all other aspects of life across all Industries are on the track of changes. The future of the Travel and Tourism Industry would be shaped by the forces which converge the changes around the world. The Technological political socio-economical and global demographical changes are made a powerful impact on this Industry.
Some areas of the Tourism landscapes are turned in new directions through the expectations among consumers as the reasons for obligations for business and policymakers and as a result of in search of new opportunities to succeed.
At first glance, it seems like a challenge to manage companies which respond quickly for the customer needs and provide unique experiences but on the other side tremendous opportunities for those who can recognize them and adapt their strategies in business. Travel & Tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors, accounting for more than 10% of global GDP.
All Travel and Tourism Industry business need to ensure their brands has a point of view to share in the global platform of discussions.
Travel and Tourism companies can perform better by embracing the new challenges as opportunities in the new phase of Tourism landscape in the present and future. With a Paradigm shift in the area of marketing Strategies and approach of the industry players can play a key role for better growth in the tourism Industry.
With experiences at the core, travel and tourism sector has the potential to design meaningful, unique, frictionless and even unplugged journeys that directly respond to these changing values.


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Sen. Pettyjohn's court date on gun charge set for July 25
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DOVER — State Sen. Brian Pettyjohn, facing a felony charge of bringing a gun to an airport, has a preliminary court hearing set for July 25 in Wicomico County, Maryland, District Court.
Sen. Pettyjohn, a Georgetown Republican, was detained June 22 after a loaded handgun was found in his carry-on bag at the Salisbury Regional Airport in Maryland. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office announced the next day a charge for having a firearm on an aircraft. The offense could bring up to 10 years in jail.
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"I inadvertently left my weapon in a laptop bag as I was headed to the airport to attend the Southern Regional Education Board conference that is being held this weekend in New Orleans," Sen. Pettyjohn, 43, said in a statement at the time. "Upon my bag being checked by (Transportation Security Administration agents), the handgun was detected. I was escorted to the on-airport office of the Wicomico County sheriff's office where I was briefly questioned about what was found. Upon giving my statement and a computer check of both my record and my handgun, I was released to reschedule my flight."
Senate President Pro Tempore David McBride, a Wilmington Manor Democrat, said he will see what happens with the case before determining whether to convene the seldom-used Senate Ethics Committee, which handles internal discipline for lawmakers.
"I've given it some thought, and my thinking is that first and foremost we'd want to wait until there's some type of decision on what the outcome is," Sen. McBride said, referring to the incident as an "innocent mistake."
Sen. Pettyjohn could not be reached for comment Tuesday.


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The Highlight Reel: Behind the Scenes of Social Media
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By Caitlyn Spanner | 2nd March 2017
Facebook is 13 years old this year, Instagram is seven, and Snapchat launched six years ago. Now that you feel sufficiently old, consider what your life would be like without social media.
Pretty different, huh?
It's revolutionised the way we consume content; it acts as a source of news, inspiration, and, in some cases, income.
Social media is also a way for us to share parts of our lives with friends and family. We've become accustomed to using our chosen platforms as highlight reels, working to curate the "perfect" version of ourselves that in most cases doesn't align with the real-life version.
This behaviour comes as no surprise, with a Harvard study finding that the action of sharing something about oneself has the same effect on the brain as having sex or eating chocolate would.
Social media addiction is a very real thing in 2017, but there is another negative side to this notion of a highlight reel, particularly for young people. A recent study found that teens who actively engage with social media are at risk of experiencing "increased risk-taking behaviours, cyber bullying, depression, exclusion of minority groups and reduced self-image and self-esteem".
Teens dealing with low self-esteem and body image issues are perhaps the group most affected, especially when their highlight reel doesn't seem to stack up against their peers' in terms of likes, shares and comments. Viewing interaction on social media as a rigid measure of self-worth can even lead to depression.
Brisbane creative Jasmine Dowling has a cool 186,000 followers on Instagram. She knows a thing or two about the negative and positive aspects of social media, as it has played a major part in her success and is Jasmine's main form of communication with her audience.
While Jasmine's feed has been carefully curated with beautiful imagery and content, she uses Instagram Stories as a platform to show the human behind the feed. In her Stories, she swears, talks about her sleep patterns, discusses the pain of tax and BAS, and is a generally down-to-earth person with a story very similar to yours or mine.
"I really like using the different media to show the full picture," Jasmine says. "I feel pretty strongly about the negative effects of social media on those consuming it and I personally feel it would be unfair to only show the curated feed."
Jasmine adds that the Instagram Stories give her a bit of a reality hit. "It's very easy to get lost in a perception of yourself," she says. "Being a lot more open and less critical of what I am posting on Stories allows me to not take the whole thing (and myself) as seriously."
Of course, Jasmine has learnt a few lessons along the way; being so open about the creative process has led to some people replicating her work.
"It's very disheartening," Jasmine freely admits, "but you take the good with the bad. I may open my life up to be judged or replicated but I always keep in mind that what someone does with that is none of my business."
Other celebrities are also taking to social media to give their fans a kind of behind-the-scenes access to their lives, decreasing the gap between "us" and "them". Chrissy Teigen is known for her humorous and relatable tweets; she has previously shared an Instagram photo of her stretch marks and tales of her far-from-perfect parenting moments.
Some celebrities prefer to avoid social media altogether. Emma Stone once denounced social media accounts that are "too perfect". "Not everything comes together in the best way ever, every day. It just doesn't … That's not the reality of life."
Harry Potter and Beauty and the Beast star Emma Watson uses her Instagram primarily as a way to promote gender equality, social activism, and her feminist book club, Our Shared Shelf. But glimpses of her personal life are nowhere to be found, and she has even stopped agreeing to selfies with fans.
In a recent Vanity Fair interview, Emma Watson said, "For me, it's the difference between being able to have a life and not. If someone takes a photograph of me and posts it, within two seconds they've created a marker of exactly where I am within 10 metres. They can see what I'm wearing and who I'm with. I just can't give that tracking data."
So what does all this mean for us? Users must be able to identify for themselves when their social media use is positively or negatively affecting their lives, and learn where to draw the line. Is it time to take a detox? Maybe you're due to cull some of the negative people from your feed. Or maybe you've been thinking about taking your account off public to maintain a semblance of privacy.
Regardless of the actions you take, the most important thing is to not take social media too seriously – Instagram could crash tomorrow.
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China warns Lithuania over Taiwan opening representative office
Beijing urges Baltic country not to send 'the wrong signals' to Taipei
Tiananmen Square in Beijing. China considers the democratically-governed island of Taiwan to be part of 'one China' and it is its most sensitive territorial issue. © Reuters
July 20, 2021 17:48 JST | China
BEIJING/TAIPEI (Reuters) -- China warned Lithuania on Tuesday not to "send the wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces" after the Chinese-claimed island said it would open a de facto embassy in the Baltic country, a move the United States strongly backed.
Beijing considers the democratically-governed island to be part of "one China", and it is the country's most sensitive territorial issue.
China's Taiwan Affairs Office said it opposed any country with which it maintains diplomatic ties having official relations with Taiwan.
"We urge Lithuania to abide by the one-China principle and not to send the wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces," it said in a statement.
Lithuania said earlier this year it plans to open its own representative office in Taiwan, a decision that also angered Beijing. The country announced last month it would donate 20,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan.
Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said the new mission in Vilnius would be called the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania, the first time the island's name has been used for one of its offices in Europe, as normally only "Taipei" is used.
"Taiwan and Lithuania are both at the strategic forefront of defending democratic institutions," Wu said.
"I believe that through the close connection of shared values, the two countries' peoples can work together to play a positive role in the international community and contribute to world peace, stability and prosperity."
The United States welcomed the move, with its de facto embassy in Taiwan saying: "All countries should be free to pursue closer ties and greater cooperation with Taiwan, a leading democracy, a major economy, and a force for good in the world".
Only 15 countries have formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan, but many others have de facto embassies which are often termed trade offices, as is the case for the European Union, of which Lithuania is a member state.
China has ramped up pressure on countries not to engage with Taiwan.
In February, the South American country of Guyana revoked a deal for Taiwan to open a representative office there only a day after Taipei had announced it. Taiwan blamed Chinese "bullying" for the decision.
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Minnesota's Best Hikes (and Where to Refuel), According to a Black Conservationist
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Discover the North Star State's scenic beauty on its abundant trails — and enjoy mouthwatering lunch spots along the way — with these tips from Dudley Edmondson, an author and activist with a passion for getting people of color outdoors.
Dudley Edmondson at Hawk Ridge Nature Preserve / Nancy Latour-Edmondson
Known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesota seems to have just as many hiking and biking trails, all ready for adventure. Few know that better than devoted birder, filmmaker and wildlife photographer Dudley Edmondson, a longtime Duluth resident who has been exploring the trails of the uppermost area of this great Midwestern state for decades.
"Learning about nature and the environment is a never-ending quest for me," he says. "It's a constant in my life. I'm a life-long bird watcher — as long as I can see or hear the outdoors I'm always birding. There's a therapeutic piece to that; it's relaxing to see and hear and watch birds."
Growing up in inner-city Columbus, Ohio, Edmondson sought refuge in the nearby wooded areas, and even as a child, intuitively recognized the great healing properties of being outdoors. As an adult, he's made it part of his life's work to inspire people of color to get out into nature more often. His groundbreaking 2006 book Black and Brown Faces in America's Wild Places continues to serve as a beacon for BIPOC budding nature enthusiasts.
"I wrote it to tell the story of people like me — African Americans with a deep, unwavering connection to nature," explains Edmondson. "I wanted to create outdoor role models for young African Americans."
His advice to people of color who fear they won't be welcomed outdoors in unfamiliar places is to first survey the area to see who, if anyone, is there, how they are using the space, and if it looks safe. Noting that everyone belongs on public land, he recommends keeping that in mind and says, "In my 40 plus years of adventure travel I can count on one hand the number of times I've encountered unfriendly people in the outdoors. Most folks know you're there for the same reasons they are and treat you as such."
Connecting with the outdoors is paramount for everybody in our increasingly urbanized world, adds Edmondson. "Our mental and physical well-being depends on it. People who submerge themselves in nature are simply healthier. We need to see, understand, and appreciate how we fit into the web of life."
Edmondson recognizes that humans aren't the only ones who benefit: "The earth needs us to have that awareness, too; people protect what they love and understand." Here, Edmondson offers a primer of Minnesota highlights from North to South. Follow his expert advice to start your own journey to increased well-being.
Swiftwater rafting in Jay Cooke State Park, Carlton / Micah Kvidt
Marvel at Northeastern Minnesota's Superior Vistas
There's no shortage of ways to commune with nature and the birds along the shores of Lake Superior in Northeastern Minnesota. Full of rivers and unbroken tracks of coniferous forests, with an abundance of pine and deciduous trees and plenty of other wilderness, it's easy to find peace here. As Edmondson says, "I can walk or bike from my house and be where there are hardly any people."
Indeed, there's an abundance of parks and trails right in Duluth that Edmondson favors, including Jay Cooke State Park. "There is never a bad time of year to visit Jay Cooke; it's my favorite park to hike close to home," he says. "The old-growth pine forests are full of trails with lots of wildlife and birds. It's one of the best places I know to see white-tailed deer and bald eagles."
Nearby, Duluth Lakewalk Trail, a favorite of tourists and locals alike, provides stunning views of the city's downtown area and Lake Superior. For a better look at the water, head out to Park Point trailhead, the world's longest freshwater sandbar, stretching seven miles out into Lake Superior. "The trail winds through a pine forest and offers access to Lake Superior on one side and the harbor on the other. Depending on the time of year you visit, the area has great bird watching, as migrants use the sandspit both spring and fall."
Take in the incredible view of Lake Superior from Black Beach near Silver Bay / Paul Vincent
Also among his favorite places in Northeastern Minnesota, Hawk Ridge Nature Preserve is 235 acres of undeveloped land at the highest point along the eastern portion of Skyline Parkway.
"It's excellent in fall," says Edmondson, "around September and October, when migratory birds and birds of prey pass by the shore of Lake Superior. It's a large body of water, so they travel along the shore, out of Alaska and Canada."
Keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles and broad-winged hawks — the Duluth Audubon Society has been counting hawks during the annual migration here since the early 1950s.
Getting hungry? About a 20-minute drive from Hawk Ridge you'll find the casual, family-oriented Duluth Grill, which serves a seasonal menu of organic ingredients. "They grow their produce on the premises," says Edmondson, who favors the cowboy-style burger with fries. Insider tip: Work off some of those fries while mountain biking on Duluth Traverse trail, which is also hikeable.
Split Rock Lighthouse and the Gitchi-Gami State Trail on the North Shore / Waqar Ahmad
Further up the North Shore, Coho Café and Bakery in Tofte serves up award-winning pizza and homemade bread. In the town of Two Harbors, you'll find SpokeNGear, a hybrid coffee shop, bike store and restaurant all under the same roof.
"It's a good place to rent a bike, bike around the North Shore and grab a sandwich and coffee," says Edmondson, who recommends the shredded pork sandwich on a ciabatta bun, with a word of caution: "It's really spicy."
Should you want to venture further into nature, there are several state parks near Duluth worthy of your time, including Gooseberry Falls State Park and Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Edmondson also suggests a walk along the Gitchi-Gami State Trail, a paved hiking and biking trail that winds through the woods, with amazing views of Lake Superior.
Two bikers stop at the Sauk Centre bandshell along the Lake Wobegon Trail / Waqar Ahmad
Seek Peace (and Birds and Bees) in the Twin Cities and Small Towns
When Edmondson has meetings in the Twin Cities, he makes a point to wander through the hiking and biking trails at Theodore Wirth Regional Park, the largest park in Minneapolis. While there, be sure to traipse through the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary, to watch birds and pollinators.
"The Indigo Bunting is my favorite bird there. You'll also see great crested flycatchers; the American goldfinch, which is a really beautiful bird; and species of bees and butterflies, such as monarchs, red-spotted purple butterflies and Eastern tiger swallowtail butterflies." Come lunchtime, head to the nearby coffeehouse Cuppa Java for good brew and sandwiches. "The sausage egg and cheese on a croissant is pretty amazing," raves Edmondson.
Outside the metropolitan area, you'll discover plenty of charm and outdoor adventures. Between the cities of Osakis and St. Joseph, travel down the 62-mile paved Lake Wobegon Trail (named after Garrison Keillor's fictional town in his much-loved A Prairie Home Companion show on public radio). Along the way you'll find quiet rolling hills, picturesque country towns, dairy farms and lakes and streams. Take a break and soak up that quintessential small-town allure served up with humble but tasty American fare at Charlie's Café, a little gem right off the trail in the town of Freeport. No matter what you order, don't forget to get a bag of their famous caramel rolls to go.
Root River bike trail, Lanesboro
Explore South and North with Wild Spaces and Historic Dining
While Edmondson's area of expertise is in Northeastern Minnesota and the Twin Cities, there are incredible trails throughout the state. With the scenic valley of Lanesboro at its heart, the 60-mile paved Root River State Trail winds through southern Minnesota, connecting communities all along the river.
Bikers in particular relish following this trail — built on an old railroad right-of-way — along its namesake river through the Minnesota towns of Fountain, Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, Rushford and Houston. Along the way, enjoy outstanding views of tall limestone bluffs and steep hills thickly wooded in maples and birch that rise above the water. Keep an eye out for turkeys, deer and birds of prey.
Right off the trail in the town of Lanesboro, you'll find the historic restaurant, The Old Village Hall. Originally built in 1886, this stone building was once a fire station, jail and village hall. Relax on the deck overlooking the river and dig into a juicy burger or fresh, seasonal salad made from local produce that was hand-selected at the St. Charles Farmers Market nearby.
The Mississippi headwaters at Itasca State Park / Kvidt Creative
Upstate, head to Itasca State Park, Minnesota's oldest state park (established in 1891), where you'll discover the birthplace of the Mississippi River before it stretches out some 2,552 miles across America. Here, at the 32,000-acre park, you'll hike the Ozawindib Trail and the Aiton Heights Fire Tower Trail, which boasts a view over Lake Itasca seen from a 100-foot-tall vista. Keep your eyes and ears on alert for loons, especially at sunset, when they're most active.
Finish off the morning with a stop at the rustic century-old Douglas Lodge (open end of May to early October) for a hearty meal and taste of lake life. Or better yet, book a room for the night to immerse yourself deeper in this gorgeous landscape and revel in nature more.
A vehicle permit is required to enter Minnesota state parks and many regional parks. Save time by ordering one online before you arrive at the park.
For comfort and safety on the trail, be sure everyone has appropriate footwear (tennis shoes, not flip-flops).
Bring a water bottle for each hiker as well as plenty of sunscreen, bug spray and snacks.
Pick up a paper map at the park office or load a GeoPDF map before you leave (don't rely on your phone to navigate because cell and Internet service may not be available in the woods).
The accessible trails at Minnesota state parks are stroller friendly as well as wheelchair friendly.
Some Minnesota state parks have all-terrain electric wheelchairs for use on unpaved trails.
If your dog will be hiking with you, keep it on a leash and clean up after it.
Don't pick wildflowers or otherwise disturb the landscape. "Take only photos, leave only footprints."
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Best Ways for Busy Women to Lose Weight
Dividing their time among work, childcare and household management leaves little time for many women to take care of their own health, including maintaining a healthy weight.
According to a 2019 Gallup poll, women are more likely than men to take care of parental duties and housekeeping including laundry, cleaning, cooking, grocery shopping and dishwashing.
Paula Pacini group exercise coordinator at the JCC of Syracuse. The nonprofit is offering $1 and a Dream in January to help people burn some of those holiday calories. "You can try all the classes for $1 each for the month," she says
Women are also more often the primary caregiver of other family members such as one who is disabled or a senior parent, and usually manage the family's social schedule and health appointments.
Homemakers account for some of that division of labor. In 2019, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 57% of women ages 25-64 were employed, compared with 74.4% of men. But especially for women who work full-time, managing their weight often becomes a low priority.
In addition to having many things vying for their time, women's experiences such as childbirth and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome can also contribute to weight gain. Between 5% and 10% of women have PCOS. Women also receive a barrage of mixed—and often incorrect—messages about weight gain, as they try to live up to the cultural ideal of a svelte figure.
Fortunately, losing weight does not require an hour-long workout at the gym every day.
"You need to be active, even if in small bits," said Paula Pacini group exercise coordinator at the JCC of Syracuse. "When you go to the grocery store, park far away. Go outside to walk bundled up. Do some videos at home. A lot of places offer Zoom classes like we do. The kids may want to do classes with their mom."
For those that want to try a gym membership, Pacini said it's a great time to do so as many have special deals in January to reach people who set New Year's resolutions.
"We have $1 and a Dream in January to help people burn some of those holiday calories," Pacini said. "You can try all the classes for $1 each for the month."
Many women realize the benefits of moving more for cardiovascular health, such as spinning, jogging, and elliptical machine workouts, but neglect resistance exercise. Resistance training can include performing bodyweight exercises like squats, calf raises, planks and push-ups. Fitness bands, free weights, and kettlebells can also help for home resistance training workouts.
"A lot of times women feel that weight training will get them big and bulky. However, because of the hormones base we have and lack of testosterone compared to men, genetically we would not be able get big and bulky like men do when they weight train," said Jill Murphy, personal trainer and co-owner of Mission Fitness in Syracuse.
She added that carrying more muscle helps speed up the metabolism and maintain connective tissues.
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Julie Mellen, certified diabetes care and education specialist and registered dietitian at Upstate Medical University encourages people to "take 5- to 10-minute breaks" for exercise throughout the day if that works better for them.
It may seem like a series of short workouts would not help as much as one long workout of 45 to 60 minutes. However, for some people, breaking up the exercise sessions is not only more convenient, but it can also help them workout at their highest level throughout the workout instead of putting forth less exertion as they begin to feel fatigued.
During times of rest, the body recovers from workouts, including becoming stronger.
"Don't underestimate the importance of sleep and stress management," Mellen said. "Commit to a sleep schedule and find activities to help unwind and manage stress that do not involve food or drink."
Of course, the diet plays a big role in weight loss. Yo-yo dieting has been shown to contribute to weight gain. There's no need to buy only expensive diet foods or premade entrees. Many of these are full of added salt, sugar and preservatives. Instead, Mellen encourages women to "shop the perimeter of the grocery store. Limit sweet drinks and alcoholic drinks, drink more water or seltzer. Read labels, check serving sizes and be calorie aware."
She likes the USDA's My Plate plan, which states that half the plate should hold fruits and non-starchy vegetables, one-quarter should have a lean source of protein and one-quarter should have a carbohydrate source. Three servings of dairy per day, such as yogurt and milk, can ensure adequate calcium and provide more protein.
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"Reduce the refined grains—white bread, white flour, white rice, added sugars—and transition to more whole grains," Mellen said. "Snack on fiber rich fruits and vegetables. Strive for five servings of fruits and vegetables daily. Increase lean protein and incorporate a little protein with each meal and snack."
A healthful diet includes mostly whole foods such as whole fruit, raw vegetables and whole grains instead of numerous examples processed foods with added sugar, salt and fat. Unhealthful sources of fat are solid at room temperature, such as butter, margarine, shortening and lard.
Plant-based sources of fat in moderation are more healthful, including canola oil and olive oil.
Laurel Sterling, registered dietitian, nutritionist and educator for Carlson Laboratories in Canastota, likes to start the day with a breakfast rich in healthful fat, protein and vegetables, such as an omelet with veggies, a piece of fruit and coffee or tea.
"A protein drink or bar, a small handful of almonds, or a hardboiled egg, or fruit would be some wonderful options," Sterling said.
Controlling caloric intake relies upon paying attention to the body's need for nutrients, what Sterling calls "our hunger and satiety cues" with which many people have become out of touch.
"Mindless eating is commonplace now, but can be changed," she said. "Be in the moment when you are eating, along with enjoying the great company and wonderful atmosphere. Remember to eat slowly, savor each bite and put your fork down occasionally. This way you will eat less."
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