Well, ladies, gentlemen. Today I bring you something that the second you get home after work/school/University etc, you will go to your kitchen cupboard, rustle up these few ingredients and thank me when it's done.
There are rumours that this lasts no longer than a day in some households.
This is Salted. Chocolate. Peanut Butter. Fudge.
Now, I must, must, MUST give full credit to the wonderful Laura from Wholeheartedly Healthy for this recipe as she originally posted a recipe for Salted Almond Butter Fudge that I really must make. Laura - you're a genius, so thank you!
I decided I'd tweak it considering one of my favourite combinations is chocolate and peanut butter, plus I adore the combination of salty and sweet. If this had a salted caramel layer I think I'd be living off it for life.
This does contain a lot of coconut based products - coconut oil and coconut milk so if you're not a coconut fan, I'd personally omit the coconut oil for the best butter you can get hold of. I'm not a great coconut fan myself, though found this was fine for me, though more peanut butter could have potentially 'helped' to mask the subtle coconut taste. Nevertheless, I simply love this recipe. It uses simple, clean ingredients that you're bound to have in your kitchen cupboards. Although this is rather calorific, this is a heck of a lot better than something processed. Plus you can easily adapt this recipe with any sort of nut butter and flavours. It's also easy to cut this recipe in half or double it.
2. Add the peanut butter, coconut milk and maple syrup. Mix this all together until it's a a light buttery, fudge-y colour.
Let me know if you make this recipe, I'd love to hear your thoughts or if you make any adaptations. Also, if you do make it, please go over to Laura's blog and say thanks for her genius mind!
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Department for Exiting the European Union: Brexit
To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what preparations his Department is making for the UK leaving the EU without an agreement; and how much funding has been allocated to those preparations.
Carshalton and Wallington

As a responsible Government, we've been preparing to leave the EU for nearly three years. We are putting in place a range of preparations for all scenarios and the Department for Exiting the European Union's role is in part to deliver and legislate for the UK's smooth and orderly exit from the EU.

The Treasury has allocated over £4.2 billion of additional funding to departments and Devolved Administrations for EU exit preparations so far. This funding is to cover all exit scenarios and is in addition to departmental efforts to reprioritise from business as usual toward preparations for the UK's departure from the EU. Work on no-deal exit preparations cannot be readily separated from other EU exit work, given the significant overlap in plans in many cases.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of his Department's preparations for the UK leaving the EU on 31 October 2019 without a deal.
David Simpson

As a responsible government we have been preparing for the UK's exit from the EU in all scenarios for nearly three years. A no deal exit remains the legal default at the end of the extension period on 31 October unless a deal is agreed.

DExEU has a vital coordination role to play in these preparations. We maintain a single picture of workstreams, policy proposals and delivery implications across government to inform policy development. This allows us to scrutinise domestic policy solutions and delivery plans that departments develop - ensuring coherence and recommending cross-cutting solutions to drive delivery forward.

Over 300 work-streams to prepare for 'no deal' continue to be advanced across Government, to minimise disruption to industry, to our vital services, and to the daily lives of the people of the United Kingdom. In light of the extension, departments are making sensible decisions about the timing and pace at which some of this work is progressing and what further action can be taken, but we will continue to prepare for all EU Exit scenarios.

We continue to make good progress - for example:

Since December 2018, HMRC has issued 74,000 new EORI numbers to traders (as of 23 June).

We have published approximately 750 pieces of communications on no deal since August 2018, including 106 technical notices explaining to businesses and citizens what they need to do to prepare.

The EU Settlement Scheme is now fully opened with over 800,000 applications so far.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, if he will publish his Department's no deal preparation documents.

The Government has published a number of documents to support public and parliamentary scrutiny of our preparations for leaving the EU.

The Government continues to report regularly to the House and its Select Committees in person and by responding fully to inquiries and reports. In addition to regular statements by the Prime Minister, DExEU Ministers have given evidence to a broad range of committees on 49 occasions and have made 187 written statements to both Houses.

In addition, the Government published a robust, objective assessment of how exiting the EU could affect the economy of the UK in November 2018, as part of its commitment to providing Parliament with appropriate analysis. In addition, all legislation is accompanied by explanatory documents. This information is available online.

We have also taken extensive steps to provide businesses and citizens with advice on helping them mitigate the potential impacts of a no deal exit, publishing approximately 750 pieces of communications on no deal since August 2018, including 106 technical notices explaining to businesses and citizens what they need to do to prepare.

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, how much his Department has spent on preparing for leaving the EU without a deal since March 2019.

HM Treasury has allocated over £4.2 billion of funding for all exit scenarios since 2016.

However, given the significant overlap of work across scenarios, the Department does not record costs against specific scenarios. The Department does not therefore hold this information.

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what recent estimate he has made of the cost to his Department of preparations for the UK leaving the EU without a deal.

The Department does not record costs on a scenario basis and therefore does not hold this level of information.

The Department has a budget of £94.4m for 2019-20. The Department's expenditure from previous years is available on GOV.UK and the 2018-19 accounts will be published online once the audit is concluded.

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, whether his Department has deprioritised any Statutory Instruments in relation to the UK leaving the EU; and if he will publish the criteria his Department uses to deprioritise those Instruments.
Walsall South
Valerie Vaz

The Government's objective has always been to have a functioning statute book in place by Exit Day and to ensure that the most critical secondary legislation was made by this point.

Each SI was carefully considered on a case-by-case basis, which has meant that the Government has been able to prioritise the secondary legislation required.

The Department for Exiting the European Union has not deprioritised any of its statutory instruments in relation to the UK leaving the EU.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what the cost to the public purse has been of his Department's spending on advertising related to the exit date of the UK leaving the EU being 29 March 2019.
Oxford West and Abingdon
Layla Moran

Since its inception, DExEU has not incurred any costs for advertising that relates to the exit date of the UK leaving the EU.

Cabinet Office are responsible for the cross government Public Information Campaign.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, which EU agencies his Department plans to seek continued membership of after the UK has left the EU; and if he will make a statement.
Harrow West

During the Implementation Period, the terms of the UK's participation in EU agencies and bodies is as set out in Article 128 of the Withdrawal Agreement.

Following our exit from the European Union, we are committed to maintaining a close and collaborative relationship with the EU. Our future partnership is a matter for the next phase of negotiations and we look forward to constructive discussions with the EU.

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To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, pursuant to the Answer of 16 January to Question 205793, Department for Exiting the European Union: Brexit, what his Department's total expenditure on public information programmes is to date.

The Department For Exiting the EU is tasked with successfully delivering the UK's exit from the European Union. A key element of this is providing the public with information on all possible scenarios, including leaving the EU without a deal. The paid-for element of the Government's 'Prepare for EU Exit' public information campaign, including advertising, is being led by the Cabinet Office.

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what progress he has made in laying statutory instruments related to EU exit preparedness; and if he will make a statement.
Anne-Marie Trevelyan

The Government has made good progress in laying the up to 600 statutory instruments required by exit day to ensure a functioning statute book. As of 30 January, the Government has laid over 60 per cent of the exit statutory instruments required, and my department has laid 7 of these. All exit related statutory instruments are published on legislation.gov.uk, and include 'EU Exit' in their title.

Chris Heaton-Harris
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Please note: This machine is more suitable for light to medium fabrics/materials. For heavy fabrics/materials, consider purchasing a walking foot sewing machine.
Servo motor: An electronically controlled motor which only works when you start to sew, unlike the conventional clutch motor which runs once you turn the power on, consuming electricity. With the advancement in energy-saving technology, using a servo motor, can give you a power consumption saving of up to 70% as proved in manufactures tests against a standard clutch motor.


Intense rainfalls in the past couple days, and the likelihood that they will continue over the weekend, has prompted the National Emergency Commission (CNE) to declare a green "preventive" alert in the Caribbean and Northern Zone regions of Costa Rica.
A Friday morning report from the National Meteorological Institute (IMN) stated that rains in both regions continue with moderate intensity.
Rainfall levels recorded Wednesday and Thursday in the Caribbean equaled 20 percent of what the region usually receives in the month of July, the IMN stated.
Red Cross reports on Friday said that overflowing rivers are affecting several communities mostly in the Limón towns of Matina and Pococí. Some 30 people from those areas were relocated to a temporary shelter in downtown Limón. No injuries have been reported.
Freddy Román, a spokesman for the Red Cross, confirmed that five people also were evacuated in the town of Batán due to overflowing rivers.
CNE officials evacuated a family in the community of Pensurth after their house was flooded by an overflowing estuary.
Strong winds have been a concern, too. Falling trees damaged power lines in Pococí. Several residents currently do not have electricity.
The Red Cross on Thursday night sent rescue teams into the area to determine the number of affected homes and people, and to prepare in case more problems arise over the weekend, Román said.
"We have coordinated with local Red Cross groups in 11 communities, and we made a call on all volunteers in the area so they can be prepared to assist in any situation that arises over the weekend," Román said.
Officials at the National Roadway Council arrived in Limón to assess damage to roads. The organization already ruled out damage to the bridge over the Parismina River, which last year required repair after several flooding incidents.
Heavy rains have caused landslides in Turrialba, in the province of Cartago. One landslide hit two houses in the district of Santa Cruz, while two others partially blocked passage to the communities of Santa Teresita and Jiménez. No injuries have been reported in the area.


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Education getting attention for wrong reasons
National pundits are watching education in Indiana for the wrong reasons
It wasn't long ago that the national media watched closely as Gov. Mitch Daniels signed the nation's most comprehensive education reform package into law. Sure, there was dissension from union members and their allies, but the path forward for education in Indiana was remarkably clear.
Since then, the hallmark education reforms of 2011 remain largely unchanged, and in some instances improved upon. Gov. Mike Pence once again has established himself as a champion for kids with his early childhood education plan. Even more encouraging, by nearly every measure student achievement continues on an upward trajectory.
But that's not what's necessarily grabbing national headlines.
Indiana is garnering national attention for its highly politicized education debates. Most recently, the New York Times profiled Superintendent Glenda Ritz's spat with her fellow State Board of Education members. Andrew Ujifusa of Education Week curiously asked if Indiana Republicans are considering a recall vote on Ritz (note: Indiana doesn't allow for a recall vote).
Whether it's lawsuits or walkouts, there's certainly a lot of political fodder to chew on. If it weren't such a disservice to students and educators alike, the theatrics would be entertaining. Unfortunately, it's all too clear that there's currently an unclear path forward for education in Indiana, and we're grabbing national attention for all the wrong reasons.
Ross McMullin


A computer scientist and T'ai Chi Ch'uan master, Kai Sung, came to Rochester to work at RIT. Master Kai Sung had studied T'ai Chi Ch'uan for many years under the tutelage of the most accomplished Chinese T'ai Chi Ch'uan teachers in Taiwan and was an expert at a T'ai Chi Ch'uan form developed in China before the Second World War. The chairman of the committee developing this combined form was Master Chen Pan-Ling. This 99 movement form, which incorporates the Yang, Chen and Wu styles of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, was intended to be the new standardized Chinese national form. Even with all of these styles harmoniously brought together, the overall classification is the Yang style of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. When the communists took over China, Master Chen and most of the great T'ai Chi Ch'uan masters left China. Kai Sung brought the Chen Pan-Ling form to the Rochester area to what would become The T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center.
Kai Sung taught using the ancient Chinese method of "follow me" and do what I do. Many of his students became very accomplished. One of these students was Jim Ransom, who with others founded the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center. Jim and the others wanted to teach T'ai Chi Ch'uan to as many people as possible, but the 99 Chen Pan-Ling form was very difficult for the average beginner. In order to reach more western students and to teach T'ai Chi Ch'uan in a western style, Kai Sung developed the remarkable 4 directions and short form of Chen Pan-Ling. This was a much better introduction to T'ai Chi Ch'uan for beginners. They are remarkable forms because they use all the principles of T'ai Chi Ch'uan in compact learnable forms.
Jim Ransom became the first president of the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center and helped to make it a successful T'ai Chi Ch'uan school.
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center was incorporated in 1982 and is governed by a board of directors consisting of 5 to 7 members. From these members the board elects a president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. The president's term is for no more than 2 consecutive years. Mackenzie Stewart became the second president of the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center in 1982.
Under Mackenzie Stewart, the Center grew very quickly to around 75 regular students. This number of students enabled the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center to bring great T'ai Chi Ch'uan masters such as T. T. Liang to Rochester to conduct workshops. The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center even started a national magazine, The Tai Chi Ch'uan Journal (Publications ceased in 1989).
Mackenzie left the Center in 1990 to pursue a career in Eastern medicine. At that time Alan Adair became the third president and the Center's only instructor. With Mackenzie's departure the student numbers dropped greatly, so the Center relocated to smaller and less expensive quarters.
After several moves, Alan placed the Center at the Village Gate Building on North Goodman Street. All of the students worked to remodel this space into a very nice, but small, studio and maintained a small but dedicated group of students. Alan trained senior students to become teachers which enabled them to teach additional classes. More classes and advertising helped the Center to grow.
Dave Robins became president in 1992 and Karen Niles took over the treasurer's duties. They, along with the entire board of directors repaid the debts which incurred during the former expansion period, rather than seek alternative financial relief, thus maintaining the Rochester T'ai Chi Center's high standards of integrity and honor.
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center began to build a new base of students. Through all of this period the teachers worked as volunteers without compensation. This has remained a tradition to this day.
In 1994, Peter Herman was elected president of the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center. At the end of that year Alan suddenly left and the Center was without a senior instructor.
Peter Herman and the Board of Directors held an emergency session and unanimously decided to find ways to continue the Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center. The Board wanted the Center to be affiliated with an established, well recognized T'ai Chi Ch'uan master. The Board also wanted to attract new students at the same time. There were potential benefits in being affiliated. All the students could learn from a senior T'ai Chi Ch'uan instructor.
The solution came when Frank LaManna, who studied under Grandmaster William C. C. Chen agreed to teach us his T'ai Chi Ch'uan form. Grandmaster Chen was a disciple of Professor Chen Man-Ching the student of Yang Chen-Pu, the grandson of Yang Lu Chuan, founder of the Yang style of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. Frank helped the teachers to become skilled in Master Chen's form. This form was excellent for both beginners and experienced students. It was adopted as our primary teaching form for everyone beginning T'ai Chi Ch'uan. The Chen Pan-ling style was taught to advanced students who had mastered the basics of the T'ai Chi Ch'uan principles.
Many of the teachers were able to travel and study under Grandmaster Chen directly. Only after years of training did the majority of the senior instructors complete the requirements to receive Grandmaster Chen's highest diplomas of teaching certification.
During the years from 1995 to 1999, the Center became financially strong, increased the number of students and teachers, hosted workshops conducted by nationally known teachers and outgrew the Village Gate location. Brian Bruning, who had studied the Chen Pan Ling form privately with Jampa Mackenzie Stewart, became one of our teachers and helped us to keep that form as part of our curriculum.
Guy C Prentice, the president, and the Board of directors moved the Center to the 80 Rockwood Place location. The new studio was 3000 square feet of empty warehouse space. The board members turned this empty space into a fully equipped and comfortable place to learn T'ai Chi Ch'uan. Three to four classes may be conducted simultaneously five days per week. This enables beginning students to take 5 classes per week for the tuition fee.
Also in 2000, the T'ai Chi Center had the good fortune of the addition of Dr. Katherine M. Gill who joined the staff after moving here from Boston where, for twenty years, she had studied Grandmaster Chen's works with both one of Grandmaster Chen's senior students and Grandmaster Chen himself. Kathy also brings with her Native American spiritual experience and knowledge of Qi Gong as student of Ken Cohen.
At this time, too, the Center connected with Y. W. Chang, one of Chen Pan Ling's direct students and a close personal friend of Chen Pan-Ling. Y. W. Chang recognized the quality of work that the Center was doing in accurately maintaining the Chen Pan-ling form, and, from his deathbed, certified a number of teachers and extended the certification to enable them to certify others. In 2006, the Center was able to connect with Grandmaster Chen Yun Ching, Chen Pan-ling's son, who came to the Center to teach his father's form. Chen Yun Ching was pleased with the work that the Center was doing and encouraged the Center to continue with its teaching of his father's form. Master Chen has since inducted teachers Brian Bruning and Jim Ransom into his Ling Yun Pai family as Inner Door Students.
John Wagner, a serious student at the Center became an active teacher and devoted much time and effort offering classes at times that would be attractive to students. He also became a board member, worked on the facilities and has held a number of offices on the board. He is the driving force behind the teaching of the Wm. Chen Sword form.
Marian Early came to the RTCCC as a student and has become not only a teacher, but an award winning competitor in the area of form.
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center is fulfilling its goal of bringing only the best T'ai Chi Ch'uan to as many people as possible not only at the Center, but also through its "out reach" programs. Through this program our teachers are bringing T'ai Chi Ch'uan to 20 school continuing education departments, town recreation centers, private businesses, health clubs, senior living centers and nursing homes.
The Center is currently working with promising students in order to; hopefully, add them to our teaching staff.
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center also publishes books and training CDs. It obtained the rights to the original translation of Chen Pan-Ling's form book. The translation was done by Col. Yuan Wei Chang (1916-2002) and Ann Carruthers. The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center re-published his book and now sells it on the world wide internet. It also sells CDs made by our instructors and William C. C. Chen's books, tapes and articles. Since 2001, the Center has hosted local T'ai Chi Ch'uan schools in the World T'ai Chi and Qigong Day celebrations.
Some of the teachers and students have won gold, silver and bronze metals in international T'ai Chi Ch'uan competitions. Teachers also conduct workshops both locally and nationally. They have been invited to perform demonstrations at martial arts festivals and tournaments. The instructors are constantly improving their T'ai Chi Ch'uan abilities by studying with world renowned teachers. Frequently, the expense for tuition and travel to accomplish this is paid for by the instructors themselves.
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center is truly a service organization. It is dedicated to bringing T'ai Chi Ch'uan to as many people as possible, so that they may receive the many benefits that T'ai Chi Ch'uan offers.


Laying out by the pool or on a beach on a hot summer's day sounds like an ideal day, and don't get us wrong, it is. But while the glow you achieve might be great temporarily, your skin is low-key hating you for it, and that's a fact. You've heard it all before, so we won't get into the nitty-gritty UVA and UVB talk (but do your research if you're not familiar with the details.) Instead, we've rounded up some of our favorite sunless methods to achieve a flawless tan that will leave you looking like you've been laying out all day, without actually doing so.
This one might seem like an obvious one. If you will, in fact, be laying outside (and let's be real, most of us will be at some point this summer), use a high spectrum SPF. Aim for SPF 50+ for delicate areas that burn and tan easily, like your face, knees, shoulders, and chest. In addition to SPF, make zinc your best friend. Areas that are prone to melasma (patchy brown areas caused by hormones that are intensified by sun exposure) or hyperpigmentation are the mustache, nose, cheek, and mouth area. Add zinc oxide into your sun-protection routine. Zinc oxide is a form of mineral screen that prevents any and all rays from penetrating the surface of your skin. Zinc oxide is different than SPF in that not only is it natural but it also ensures that no touch of sun gets to that part of your skin as it's a blocker. It's a great skin barrier for any areas that you don't want seeing the sun at all. The only downside is that it most often comes in a formulation that's opaque and white (so you might not want to have it on your mustache at a pool party), but it's great for those days you're in the mood for laying out and don't care who sees. Supergoop does a large size, oil-free version.
This is especially useful if you have an event to get to but didn't prep in advance. Look for products that are non-sticky and non-greasy, so you can apply and leave without the mess. Sol de Janeiro's recently released body oil in 2 shades (that has the same tropical scent as their Bum Bum cream), which gives subtle shine and is perfect for legs, arms, and chest. If you want something to use on your body with a little more coverage, Sally Hansen's Airbrush Legs has a cult following and comes in several shades. It's essentially make up for your body, and the spray bottle makes the application a breeze. Pro tip: after applying the spray, blend with a buffing brush to ensure that the product goes on smoothly. Top off anybody makeup or glow product with a cream or liquid highlighter of your choice (we love Becca's Shimmering Skin Perfector Liquid) for that extra-glisten on any high points like collar-bones, which will ensure your skin pops an all photos as well.


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Delmar is a city in Clinton County, Iowa, United States. The population was 542 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Delmar was platted in 1871, shortly after the railroad was built through the site. The name Delmar is said to be a combination of the names of six ladies on the first train to arrive into the station. Le Mars, Iowa was similarly so named.

Geography
Delmar is located at  (42.001744, -90.607683).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.

Demographics

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 525 people, 213 households, and 145 families living in the city. The population density was . There were 227 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 97.0% White, 1.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 213 households, of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the city was 38.5 years. 27% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.1% were from 25 to 44; 24.8% were from 45 to 64; and 15.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

2000 census

As of the census of 2000, there were 514 people, 195 households, and 141 families living in the city. The population density was . There were 210 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 99.42% White, 0.19% Native American, 0.19% Asian, and 0.19% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.58% of the population.

There were 195 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.2% were non-families. 25.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.15.

30.9% are under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,375, and the median income for a family was $37,750. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,469. About 7.5% of families and 6.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.6% of those under age 18 and 18.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Delmar and Elwood Schools consolidated in 1962 to form the Delwood Community Schools. Delwood began whole-grade sharing with nearby Maquoketa in the 1980s, Students in grades 7-12 attend Maquoketa, while grades Pre-K through 6 remain at the Delwood School in Delmar.

See also

The following buildings in Delmar are listed on the National Register of Historic Places:

Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Depot- Delmar
Delmar Calaboose

Notes

References

External links

City website
City-Data Comprehensive statistical data and more about Delmar

Cities in Iowa
Cities in Clinton County, Iowa
1871 establishments in Iowa
Populated places established in 1871

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Background: Mouthguards (MGs) remain an important piece of personal protection for athletes for the prevention of injury. Although MGs provide tremendous benefits, the design and fabrication process does not record the position of the mandible or the occlusion, which could lead to injury. This study compared a novel MG to over-the-counter (OTC) and custom MGs on a skull model. Methods: The OTC MG was formed as per manufacturer's guidelines, the custom MG was laboratory fabricated, and the novel MG was fabricated through a proprietary process. Each group of the three MGs was assessed for vertical dimension change, occlusal contacts, and condylar displacement. Results: Average number of occlusal contacts for the OTC, custom and novel MG were 2.4, 4.0, and 10, respectively. There was a significant difference between all values (P < 0.05). Average change in vertical dimension for the OTC, custom, and novel MG were 15.3 mm, 9.3 mm, and 8.0 mm, respectively. The novel MG value was significantly different (P < 0.05). The average distance of condylar displacement for the OTC, custom and novel MG were 1.9 mm, 1.3 mm and 0.6 mm, respectively. Conclusions: The novel MG was significantly different (P < 0.05). The data from this preliminary investigation suggests that the novel mouthguard had maximized occlusal contacts, minimized vertical dimension change and condylar displacement as compared to OTC and custom MGs.
Mouthguards (MGs) remain an important piece of personal protection for athletes for the prevention of injury. MGs are recommended for 29 sport activities by the American Dental Association  and mandatory by the National Collegiate Athletic Association for ice hockey, field hockey, and lacrosse. The function of the MG is to provide a shock absorbing layer with the purpose of reducing the stress of an impact and subsequent injury to the teeth, soft tissues, maxilla, mandible, and temporomandibular joint complex. MGs are available as either an over-the-counter product (OTC), where consumers are expected to approach it with a do-it-yourself boil and bite process or through a dentist, where a mold of the top teeth is taken and a customized laboratory-fabricated intra-oral appliance is delivered.
Although MGs provide tremendous benefits, the design and fabrication process results in several variables, including as follows: material thickness, material type, fit, and retention. These variables can affect athlete communication, breathing, and compliance. In addition, there is no record of the mandible or occlusion. Without respecting the occlusion, there is the potential for unequal forces, increased pressure, pain, temporomandibular disorder, and malocclusion disorders., Failure to respect occlusion with scuba mouthpieces has been reported, and MGs incorporate similar materials with parallel concerns. The aim of this study was to develop an alternative MG that maximized occlusal contacts and minimized mandibular positional change.
This comparison study employed an anatomical skull model (Kilgore International: Coldwater, Michigan, USA). Nine MGs were employed, three from each category: OTC, dentist-delivered (custom) and novel. The OTC MG was fitted by following the manufacture's guidelines and on the model by warming then molding the MG [Figure 1]a. The custom MG was delivered by obtaining an impression with replication silicone (Counterfeit: Clinician's Choice: London, Ontario, Canada) of the maxilla and having a laboratory fabricated appliance (Shaw Labs: London, Ontario, Canada) in accordance with standard laboratory prescription guidelines at the Schulich dental school [Figure 1]b. The novel appliance required standard records obtained with impressions with replication silicone (Counterfeit: Clinician's Choice, London, Ontario, Canada) of the maxilla and mandible, bite registration (Quick Bite: Clinician's Choice, London, Ontario, Canada) and a facebow (Whip Mix: Louisville, Kentucky, USA) record. The impressions were poured in jade stone (Whip Mix: Louisville, Kentucky, USA) and mounted accordingly. The novel appliance was fabricated through a proprietary process and fitted on the skull [Figure 1]c. Details of the novel MG remain confidential pending intellectual property protection.
The three MGs were assessed on the skull models for the change in vertical dimension measured in millimeters, from the inferior aspect of the MG to the superior aspect of the mandibular incisors, the number of occlusal contacts and the distance of condylar displacement, measured from the inferior aspect of the glenoid fossa to the superior aspect of the head of the temporomandibular joint. The distance was measured with a Mastercraft digital caliper (Canadian Tire: Toronto, Ontario, Canada) and the occlusal contacts were marked with horseshoe articulating paper and then visually counted. Data analysis involved the following: values were compared using a one-way ANOVA, statistical significance alpha was set at 95% and Tukey's method distinguished the significant groups.
Results are displayed in [Table 1]. The average number of occlusal contacts for the OTC, custom, and novel MG were 2.4, 4.0, and 10, respectively. Values were significantly different (P < 0.05). The average change in vertical dimension for the OTC, custom, and novel MG were 15.3 mm, 9.3 mm, and 8.0 mm, respectively. The novel value was significantly different (P < 0.05). The average distance of condylar displacement for the OTC, custom, and novel MG were 1.9, 1.3, and 0.6, respectively. The novel MG value was significantly different (P < 0.05).
The occlusal contacts for the OTC MG were the lowest, followed by the custom MG. The novel MG had the highest number of occlusal contacts. Maximizing occlusal contacts is necessary to increase the dissipation and transmission of force and lessen the chance for injury, especially if a force targets the mandible upward. The OTC MG had the largest change in vertical dimension, followed by the custom MG and then the novel MG. A minimal change in vertical dimension provides a more neutral condylar position and increased stability. The average distance of condylar displacement was the highest for the OTC MG, followed by the custom MG and then the novel MG. A minimal condylar displacement is preferred, as a larger displacement increases the chance for internal injury.
This investigation was limited by a small sample size, an anatomical skull, possible distortion of dental materials and the subjectivity of occlusal assessment. Further research is warranted on a larger sample size with patients, with more objective measurement techniques and on the prevalence of dental problems with long-term MG use.
A novel MG has been developed and assessed on an anatomical skull model. Based on the methodology used and the results obtained, the data suggested that the novel appliance had maximized occlusal contacts, minimized a change in vertical dimension and condylar displacement as compared to OTC and custom MGs. The novel appliance has been developed, with a unique approach to design and fabrication, addressing the shortcomings of OTC and dentist-delivered MGs. As the necessity for personalized medicine and dentistry increases, the importance of occlusally driven mouthguards will play an increased role in injury prevention.
Research was supported by the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry Summer Research Studentship. Additional support was provided by Research Driven and Clinician's Choice. Thanks to Holly Javidnia, who assisted with the methods and Sarah McPherson, who assisted with editing. The conducted methods and obtained results were supervised by the author. Recommendations and opinions are entirely those of the author.
Les Kalman is the developer of the novel mouthguard.
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Our team will participate in Miles for Moffitt on Saturday, December 8, 2018 in downtown Tampa. As a two time breast cancer survivor, this is personal to me. I received expert and compassionate care from my Moffitt medical team both in 2004 and 2014. While I am beyond grateful for this, my wish is that we can help fundraise so that lifesaving cancer research will continue. One hundred percent of the proceeds from this event fuels research at Moffitt Cancer Center to support the fight and save lives. Please join our efforts to end cancer now.
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PTI supporters continue protest in Islamabad
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Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continued staging sit-ins for the third consecutive day at different entry and exit points of Islamabad on Wednesday, media reports said. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Muhammad Basharat Raja tweeted a video from the Inter-Junction Principal Road (IJP) road in Islamabad, where party supporters were seen watching Pakistan's T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand on a big screen on Wednesday, Express Tribune reported. The provincial minister also wished the Pakistani team and captain Babar Azam luck for the match. "Today is the third day of sit-in at the entry and exit points of Islamabad. I am enjoying #PakvsNz cricket match at IJP road along with PTI workers. Wishing Babar Azam and the team prayers & best wishes from the people of Rawalpindi," said Raja. Earlier, supporters of PTI blocked roads near the capital disrupting traffic and forcing schools to close, as they protested against a bid to assassinate their leader, Imran Khan, at a recent anti-government rally, Express Tribune reported. The PTI chief, who has been pressing for general elections since he was ousted as Prime Minister after losing a confidence vote in the Parliament in April, was shot at at the rally last Thursday. He is recovering from leg wounds. PTI supporters began their protests on major roads around Islamabad late on Monday. They have blocked the highway to Islamabad's international airport and the ones linking the capital with Lahore and Peshawar. The PTI announced late on Monday that its long march would resume on November 10 at the place where Imran was attacked, and he would lead it virtually, Express Tribune reported. The political tension comes as the country is grappling with economic turmoil exacerbated by recent flooding that the government estimates caused economic losses worth $30 billion.
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Regulator is a Bulldozer, but Crypto is Resistant
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The regulatory battles against the crypto industry continue, with new ones seemingly being launched everyday – as crypto exchange Kraken is the latest to find itself on the receiving end in the United States. While some worry about regulation's bulldozing force, others contend that crypto is inherently unstoppable.
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced yesterday that it had issued an order "filing and settling charges against respondent Payward Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Kraken […] for illegally offering margined retail commodity transactions in digital assets," including bitcoin (BTC), and for failing to register as a futures commission merchant. The corporation must pay a civil monetary penalty of USD 1.25 million.
Meanwhile, Acting Director of Enforcement Vincent McGonagle stated that this is part of the regulator's "broader effort to protect US customers," adding that margined, leveraged, or financed digital asset trading offered to retail US customers "must take place on properly registered and regulated exchanges in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations."
Meanwhile, according to Bloomberg, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler stated that US cryptocurrency markets and regulated platforms will "not end well" if they remain unregulated. "There are trading and lending venues that consolidate around them, and they have hundreds, if not thousands, of tokens on them," he reiterated Monday at the Code Conference in San Francisco.
Additionally, there are predictions that crypto will face opposition during President Joe Biden's term. Bloomberg reported that the White House selected Saule Omarova to oversee the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, noting that Omarova's "critiques of digital tokens fall neatly in with recent pronouncements from government watchdogs" – such as Gensler's.
"It took several years for regulators to wake up, but it's like a bulldozer," Jim Angel, an associate professor specializing in market structure at Georgetown University is quoted as saying. "It's slow, it's steady and it will grind down anything in its path."
But some analysts and market participants, such as Karen Shaw Petrou, a managing partner at research firm Federal Financial Analytics, believe it may be too late for market participants to reach a consensus with regulators. She claims that crypto "conveniently believed that spouting often dubious inclusion and innovation propositions would forestall regulation," and that the sector "was extraordinarily intoxicated with the cool factor."
During the Code Conference, Tesla CEO Elon Musk expressed his personal views on the United States' regulation of cryptocurrency, stating that it should not be done.
The president responded to the subject of whether the United States government should be involved in overseeing space policy by saying: "I would say, 'Do nothing'."
Perhaps slowed down, but not stopped
Apparently, according to CNBC, Musk stated that while it is hard to completely destroy cryptocurrency, "it is possible for governments to limit its progress."
The same way, Timothy Spangler, a partner at Dechert LLP, told Bloomberg that innovation will "not be rejected; it will not even be appreciably delayed" in the future.
When it comes to China's ongoing crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry, Tesla CEO Elon Musk speculated that the country's electricity shortages may be a contributing factor, as well as the fact that "cryptocurrency is fundamentally aimed at reducing the power of a centralized government," which the Chinese government "doesn't like."
In the words of Aaron Tilton, CEO of cryptocurrency platform SmartFi and a former state legislator from Utah, "Ironically, the SEC Chair enforcement approach reminds me of earlier tactics the Chinese regulators had taken a few years ago by warning people that cryptocurrency must be re-made in an acceptable image of regulators for the protection of the people." Following all of the "warnings," China developed its own digital currency and banned the use of private cryptocurrencies."
"Congress, the SEC, and crypto users should be collaborating pro-actively to serve the public, but it appears to be saber rattling threatening the public to get in line or face the consequences," Tilton told CoinNewsDaily in an emailed comment.
There are even more voices in opposition, claiming that crypto, despite regulatory pressure, is not that simple to put a complete halt to — even if regulation is unavoidable or required in some situations. Experts say that quite a few firms in the space are already controlled as a result of existing legislation.
During the Yahoo Finance's All Markets Summit Plus: Crypto Investing, Kristin Smith, executive director of the Blockchain Association, stated that the organization's mission is to:
"Decentralization is incredibly powerful and these networks can exist in many different places. China has attempted to crack down on crypto multiple times now. They may be getting more aggressive on that front, but as long as the internet persists, crypto networks will persist as well."
According to Nic Carter, co-founder of CoinMetrics and general partner at Castle Island Ventures, markets will ultimately triumph if they are pitted against the government. Cryptocurrency [being] virtual and peer-to-peer by its very nature, something you can fully own on a smartphone, and so being uniquely resistant to governmental control, is just a fortunate coincidence."
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Maker Faire Atlanta, in Downtown Decatur, is the perfect opportunity to satisfy all of my craft and hobby-fantasy needs. At the Maker Faire, I want and am encouraged to see, touch, do, and create everything in sight. I found myself making paper from cotton fibers and shredded dollar bills, solving a community crossword puzzle, assembling wooden robots from laser-cut pieces, and building simple circuits. As fascinating as it is to be an adult at a Maker Faire, it's far more entertaining to observe the children both attending and presenting at the faire.
I spoke to two nine-year-old boys with separate tables at the homeschooled tent. Their parents brought them to the Maker Faire as a chance to share their crafts, hobbies, and passions. Yes, passions.
One boy created and sold collectable clay monsters. He imagined a monster, crafted it with clay, baked it to harden the mold, and sold them – obviously – along with a collector's coin detailing their name and favorite item. I collected Geeko, a lizard-like monster that likes mangos; Slosher, a blob with eyes that likes soft drinks; and Gunk, a three-eyed glow-in-the-dark fellow that likes skunk meat – the creator is nine, remember.
The other boy built finger skateboards; going into great detail about the competitive advantage his finger skateboards have over others on the market (spoiler: the foam on the top of the board increases rider comfort). He also described his journey to find the perfect wheel for a smooth, wobble-free ride (spoiler: wheel bearings do the trick). He also sold Harry Potter wands made of different materials, shapes, and sizes, because wands are diverse and very selective of their wizard.
I started asking each boy real questions to get them thinking about their craft and the world around them. Though, as it became apparent that they were experts in their craft, I felt my questions transition. Instead of pushing their learning, I was asking questions to learn. What's the advantage of clay over other materials? Why do wheel bearings change the ride smoothness? What wand is just right for me?
Independent of their ages, these two boys represent the true potential of the Maker movement. They are young and passionate about sharing their creations with the world. They are experts in their craft and have spent a lot of time thinking about the authenticity of the product.
As I walked back to my car on a rainy but exciting Saturday, I thought about how much I love seeing people create things with their hands and be passionate. The Maker Faire was an opportunity to recharge my brain and get the creative juices flowing. It's also a leveled playing field where a nine-year-old can teach a grad student the intricacies of authentic monster creation.