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Sahara Rehab Consulting is a community based rehabilitation company that assists individuals in the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley areas of British Columbia. We help people whose lives have been disrupted by illness, injury or neurological changes from stroke or traumatic brain injury.
The goal is to help our clients achieve the highest level of function and independence in all aspects of their lives.
Our team of registered occupational therapists work with clients', their families, and other members of the rehabilitation team to facilitate and enhance independence in their day-to-day activities.
During the course of treatment we continually reassess clients' progress and coordinate with their rehabilitation team in order to achieve therapy goals.
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"Gucci Flip Flops" lands on the Bubbling Under chart.
The collaboration between Bhad Bhabie and Lil Yachty earns a spot on this week's Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100.
"Gucci Flip Flops," which credits Bhad Bhabie as the lead artist and Lil Yachty as the featured act, starts at #15 on this week's edition of the chart.
Like the main Hot 100, it orders songs based on combined activity from sales, streams and radio airplay.
Streams — specifically, views on the music video (which arrived mid-tracking week) — contributed handsomely to this particular song's position.


The two Aroon indicators are the Aroon-Up and Aroon-Down, sometimes referred to as the bullish Aroon and bearish Aroon. The Aroon-Up indicator reflects the number of days since the most recent 25-day high. The Aroon-Down indicator shows the number of days since the most recent 25-day low.
The Aroon indicators take rather an inverse stance as compared to the usual momentum oscillatorsMACD Oscillator - Technical AnalysisThe MACD Oscillator is used to examine short-term moving average convergence and divergence. The MACD Oscillator is a double-edged technical indicator in that it offers traders and analysts the ability to follow trends in the market, as well as gauge the momentum of price changes., as the Aroon focus is more on time relative to price rather than price relative to time.
The Aroon Indicators are plotted in a separate window from the main chart windowHow to Read Stock ChartsIf you're going to actively trade stocks as a stock market investor, then you need to know how to read stock charts. Even traders who primarily use fundamental analysis to select stocks to invest in still often use technical analysis of stock price movement to determine specific buy and sell, stock charting that shows price action and are figured in percentage terms, with values ranging from 0 to 100.
The results of both calculations are then multiplied by 100 to yield a percentage number.
The two Aroon indicators are basically tracking, respectively, when the most recent highs and lows occurred. Higher values for the Aroon indicators reflect a more recently occurring high or low, and lower Aroon values reflect a more distantly occurring high or low.
Higher Aroon values indicate a stronger trend, with lower values indicating a weaker trend or the absence of trend.
Cautionary Note: A glance at the far right-hand side of the chart shows that a bearish Aroon indicator crossover is rather late in signaling a trend change from bullish to bearish, not occurring until after nine down days in a row in the market, during which price had already fallen substantially. However, a traderEquity TraderAn equity trader is someone who participates in the buying and selling of company shares on the equity market. Similar to someone who would invest in the debt capital markets, an equity trader invests in the equity capital markets and exchanges their money for company stocks instead of bonds. Bank careers are high-paying might have taken the downturn of the Aroon-Up indicator as a sign of the uptrend weakening and, combined with looking at price action, decided to make a judicious exit from the market prior to the actual Aroon-Up/Aroon-Down bearish crossover.
Some versions of the Aroon combine the two indicators into a single Aroon indicator that, like other oscillatorsMcClellan Oscillator - Technical AnalysisThe McClellan Oscillator is a type of momentum oscillator. The McClellan Oscillator is calculated using exponential moving averages, and is designed to indicate the strength or weakness of price movement, rather than its direction., has values ranging from -100 to +100. In the single indicator version of the Aroon, values around the middle zero line indicate the absence of a trend, a market that is ranging or in a consolidation phase prior to forming a trend. Values above +50 indicate a bullish trend and values below -50 indicate a bearish trend. The single version of the Aroon is shown in the chart below. Dark blue rectangular boxes are drawn around the Aroon indicator line to show where it reaches levels either above +50 or below -50. Note how price action, either staying above or falling below the uppermost trendline drawn in the main chart window confirms the change in the direction indicated by the Aroon indicator. Also, note the additional confirmation of a trend change that comes from the extremely high volume levels (shown at the bottom of the main chart window) that occur at the peak of the uptrend and the beginning of the sell-off. The dotted line in the middle of the Aroon indicator window is the zero line.
Market analysts and traders can obtain a number of trading signals from the Aroon indicators.
Trading signals can be obtained from Aroon crossovers. Crossovers of the two Aroon indicators, either the Aroon-Up indicator making a bullish crossover above the Aroon-Down indicator, r the Aroon-Down indicator making a bearish crossover to above the Aroon-Up indicator, are generally interpreted as trend change or market reversal signals.
However, as with most momentum oscillator indicators, the Aroon is prone to generating false signals during volatile, choppy trading action. Therefore, traders are wise to look for confirming price and volume action rather than acting based on the Aroon indicator alone.
Trading signals can also come from high Aroon values. In the two-indicator version of the Aroon, values above 70 and nearer 100 indicate a strong trend. Conversely, Aroon values of 30 or below indicate a weak trend. As already stated, in the single-indicator version of the Aroon, strong trends are indicated by values greater than +50 or -50.
Paradoxically, very high Aroon values, right at or very near 100, are sometimes interpreted as early warning signals of an upcoming trend change or corrective market reversal. If the Aroon-Up value remains at or near 100, this is interpreted by some market analysts as indicating overbought conditions in a market that make a sell-off likely. If the Aroon-Down indicator stays around 100 for several time periods, this may be interpreted to represent oversold conditions in a market, thereby presaging a rally to the upside.
Again, traders are advised to look for confirming signals from price or volume action. Although sustained high Aroon values do often indicate overbought or oversold conditions in a market, most experienced traders know that a market can remain in a technically overbought or oversold condition for some time, with price continuing to move significantly in the direction of the existing trend before any corrective retracement in the opposite direction begins.
The two Aroon indicators are used to identify ranging or consolidating markets when the two indicator lines run parallel to each other – or in the single-indicator version of the Aroon, when values remain at or near the zero line. In such market conditions, traders typically stand aside until changes in the Aroon indicator's movements, along with price action and/or increases in volume, clearly indicate the beginning or resumption of a trend.
The Aroon indicator can be profitably used as a confirming indicator along with other technical indicators of a bullish or bearish trend, or as an indication of a possible upcoming market reversal. It can also be used as a trade filter to help traders avoid taking positions in volatile or ranging markets.
Head and ShoulderHead and Shoulders Pattern – Technical AnalysisThe head and shoulders is a pattern commonly seen in trading charts. The head and shoulders pattern is a predicting chart formation that usually indicates a reversal in trend where the market makes a shift from bullish to bearish, or vice-versa.


Six panels depicting a year in New England are installed in front of existing sash in the music room of a harpsichord-builder. As he and his wife both play continuo instruments, the panels are united by the bass-line from Marin Marais' Allemande from Suite in D major, Book 3, etched in the background glass. With good eyesight and lighting conditions, they could actually play the whole piece from their windows.
Canada lily, and bellflower, with a monarch butterfly.
painted trillium, and a mourning cloak butterfly.
EARLY FALL - blanket flower, daisy, goldenrod, aster.
blue flag, and wild rose.
LATE FALL - aster, maple, beech, and a blue jay.


How do we know that breakdowns of crematory ovens did not significantly impair the cremation of nearly 900,000 Jews?
The crematory ovens in Auschwitz-Birkenau broke down so often that the number of bodies that could be cremated was significantly reduced.
The crematory ovens in Auschwitz-Birkenau were in constant operation, which did cause breakdowns that required repairs. These repairs were easily fixed and did not impair the mass murder. Likewise, when the number of bodies overwhelmed the capacity of the ovens, open-air burning pits were used.
On June 28, 1943, Karl Bischoff, head of the Central Building Administration in Auschwitz-Birkenau, sent a letter to Hans Kammler, an important Nazi German engineer. The letter states that the ovens at Auschwitz-Birkenau should ideally operate on a continuous basis. In reality, breakdowns did occur.
Overuse and misuse caused the bricks in the muffles and the chimneys to crack or break. These damages required maintenance or mending. However, most repairs could be made quickly. Filip Müller, a member of the Sonderkommandos who stoked the ovens, recalled that they would use a special fireclay paste to patch the cracks.
Thus, when the number of bodies overwhelmed ovens capabilities—such as in mid-1944, when 8,000 to 10,000 Hungarian Jews were murdered per day, the Nazis turned to open-air burning pits for mass cremations, even thousands of bodies at a time.
The crematory ovens in Auschwitz-Birkenau did require repair and maintenance, although not to the extent that Mattogno claims. Furthermore, there were other methods for disposing of the bodies, such as open-air burning pits. These pits could cremate thousands of bodies at once. Eyewitness testimony confirms the continuous assembly line of murder at Auschwitz-Birkenau.
 Carlo Mattogno, Auschwitz: The End of a Legend: A Critique of J.C. Pressac (Institute for Historical Review, 1994), p. 30.
 Filip Müller, Eyewitness Auschwitz: Three Years in the Gas Chambers (Ivan R. Dee, 1979), p. 124 and John C. Zimmerman, "Body Disposal at Auschwitz: The End of Holocaust Denial" ("Cremation Capacity") at http://www.phdn.org/archives/holocaust-history.org/auschwitz/body-disposal/.
 KL Auschwitz Seen by the SS (Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum, 1995), p. 137.


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It's not too late! These 10 affordable, cult-fave products at Amazon will arrive in time for Christmas
Devon Kelley and Stephanie Sisco
21 December 2021, 12:09 pm ·11-min read
Clever, on-point gifts to delight everyone on your list. (Photo: Amazon)
Still scrambling to find the right gifts for the last few people on your list? Look no further. We've gathered up the best presents with super-high Amazon ratings that will still arrive in time for Christmas Day. These are items that tens of thousands of reviewers absolutely love — and they're all under $50.
When you give these future-favorites to friends or family (or yourself, because you definitely need a few of these) they'll think of you fondly all year long. So get comfy and get ready to solve any remaining mysteries on your gift list: Purchase in multiples (you'll be so glad you did, when you realize there's a name you forgot).
Buy today, and these will all arrive in time for Christmas. We predict sell-outs across the board. On your mark...get set...go!
This credit card-sized hair removal tool
Effortlessly collect lint or fur from clothing and upholstery. (Photo: Amazon)
The fur babies are great, sure. But the tumbleweeds of fur they leave behind? Not so much. Give the gift of an effortless clean with this convenient collector tool. About the size of a credit card and lined in rubber, this tool can be run across car upholstery, rugs and any other fabric surface to quickly collect the fuzz.
Over 31,000 five-star reviewers say it's the cat's meow. One exuberant shopper shares, "My days of desperate pleas with the vacuum gods to please please PLEASE get the hair out of the couch cushions are OVER! No longer will I slave over and over again with a pet hair attachment on my Dyson, alternating between cussing and crying as I try to remove my beloved packs leftover locks...Today is a day of exhalation! Of joy! Of freedom!"
These nostalgic snacks for $6 a bag
Bite into the best part of a sundae cone. (Photo: Amazon)
Remember that last glorious bite of a drumstick from the ice-cream truck on a hot summer day? The bite that's filled with a thick bite of chocolate at the bottom of the cone to prevent the ice-cream from dripping down your arm? Well, now you can enjoy a bag of those bites thanks to this clever snack.
Get five re-sealable bags of Muddy Bites for $30 (that's 6 bucks a bag) and spread the joy among family members and friends. One pleased purchaser reports: "Bought this as a gift for my sister — ended up eating an entire bag to myself!!! the chocolate is so fresh the cones are crunchy all the ingredients are 'real' stuff. SUCH a great product will purchase again."
$30 for five at Amazon
This puzzle that will become a work of art
This puzzle is pretty whether it's assembled or not! (Photo: Amazon)
Puzzles may be the perfect wintertime activity, stimulating your brain and your senses in one fell swoop. But when the snow starts to melt, are you really supposed to dismantle all that hard work and put the pieces back into the box to just collect dust? Not anymore.
Jiggy puzzles are meant to provide entertainment and then become display-worthy accomplishments. The pieces come in a reusable glass jar along with glue and a straight-edge tool to help puzzlers secure the pieces in place before proudly displaying their efforts.
This USA-made cast-iron skillet that makes everything taste better
A beauty on its own, this skillet comes with a fitted silicone handle grip, at no extra charge. (Photo: Amazon)
A cast-iron skillet is a must in every chef's (or aspiring chef's) kitchen. And Lodge's hefty, pre-seasoned classics are trusted and beloved. The company, founded in 1896, gets a lot of love from Amazon shoppers: This generously sized skillet has a 5-star rating from more 96,600 reviewers. A great gift for anyone, even if all they ever make is scrambled eggs (so much more delicious when cooked in cast iron).
"Really a great purchase—love this cast-iron skillet," says one of many, many fans. ".... I also really like the fact that this is made in the USA. American-made products are just not easy to find anymore. But really, the proof in the quality of this cast iron was obvious when i made sweet potato corn bread and baked it in the oven in this skillet. It came out so nice and brown and moist."
This book that will take you around the world... from the comfort of your couch
The creators of the cult-favorite travel site Atlas Obscura take us around the world through food. (Photo: Amazon)
A bestseller in its category on Amazon, this epicurean delight takes readers across all seven continents to marvel at some of the world's most interesting ingredients and how people have used them. Think: Minnesota butter sculptures or fish sauce factories discovered from the ancient Roman Empire. This assortment of history, travel culture is sure to delight a food enthusiast on your list.
One five-star reviewer called it "Sumptuous. Revolting. Luxurious. Shocking. Deeply informative." Another explains, "This isn't the kind of book you read in one sitting. This is the kind of book you pick up over and over again, and even again to reference before taking a trip. It makes an amazing gift for any food- or travel-lover in your life, but make sure to get one for yourself as well, because every page holds beautifully written delights."
These practical (and fun) meat shredders, just $13
Way more primal than an electric knife. (Photo: Amazon)
A No. 1 bestseller, this set of wolverine-like claws make a great gift for the grill master in your life. Or, honestly, anyone who cooks (they double as salad tossers!).
"A great set of shredders for the price," writes a reviewer who replaced an old pair by another manufacturer. "These Bear Paws are sharp, they shred meat easily and fit my hands very well. They're comfortable to hold, which is nice when shredding 10 to 20 pounds of pork for a party. I also use one claw when carving meat. I stick one claw into the meat to hold it steady while I carve with a knife, works much better than trying to use a fork..." They're also great for mixing salads or lifting a turkey out of the roasting pan.
This fun game they can even play by Zoom, just $16
Give them a really fun night in. (Photo: Amazon)
Among Amazon's most popular games is this quirky drinking game that's sure to bring on plenty of belly laughs. If your family or friends could use a little prompt to keep things interesting, this hilarious game with a 5-star rating from over 20,000 reviewers is for you.
Says a happy shopper: "This game is easy to play, silly, and fun. Even between two people, it's a fun way to spur conversation and have something to do while drinking together." And it has staying power, too: "...the different people you play with make the game new every time."
This natural-clay face mask that's only $15
A generous container of Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay is a natural-beauty boon at an absolute steal. (Photo: Amazon)
The quintessential natural clay mask is one of those awesome, affordable secrets held close by beauty experts — and your giftee will never look back at expensive brands once she indulges in it. And at just $15 for a one-pound tub, it will last practically forever. Nearly 46,000 reviewers give it a 5-star rating, with some saying it's totally transformed their skin.
"Saved my face," wrote a bride-to-be who shared her before and after photos in her review. "I'm getting married in two weeks and about three months ago I said, 'wow, ok, this is my skin. How am I going to cover it up for the wedding?' I came across this mask online and saw reviews and thought, 'there is no way this mask helps with acne marks. I have yet to find one that does.' Three months later the results just show you how fast and amazing this product is. I will never use another face mask!!!!"
This ingenious invention that eliminates the need for a spoon rest
The one time it's okay for elbows to be on the table. (Photo: Amazon)
If you're constantly scrubbing up the counter after cooking a spaghetti dinner, these grippers may be the solution for you. Available in red or black and nine, 12 or 15 inches, the tongs will help keep your kitchen clean. A clever curve at the neck elevates the silicone-covered tips to prevent them from transferring sauce or oil onto your countertop surface. Plus, the waffle design of the silicone itself makes for an extra-grippy hold so your noodles won't escape before they reach the bowl.
One clean customer declares, "A super design idea, silicone grabbing ends so perfect for non-stick coated cookware. Buy some for your friends and they'll think of you every time they use them."
This $5 gag-gift-that's-not-really-a-gag that folks swear by
Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray is as effective as it is funny. (Photo: Amazon)
Want a gag gift that will actually be put to use? The iconic Poo-Pourri toilet spray is a No. 1 best-seller on Amazon because it actually works wonders. And with a 5-star rating from over 116,500 reviewers, people swear by it. Great for anyone in a crowded house.
"It has an amazing lemon scent," said a grateful five-star reviewer. "It is very fresh and not overpowering. It is not synthetic smelling. With most room sprays, you end up just smelling flowery poo. This masks the smell completely. I can walk in the bathroom 30 seconds after my boyfriend and only smell lemon."
$5 at Amazon
Ireland snare ODI series over West Indies
Andy McBrine and Harry Tector have both scored half-centuries as Ireland beat the West Indies by two wickets to seal victory in their three-match one-day international series.Having lost the first match by 24 runs, Ireland won the second, rescheduled clash by five wickets to take the series into a decider.
Inter Milan held goalless in Serie A draw
Inter Milan have failed to score a goal in a Serie A match for the first time in almost a year as they drew 0-0 at Atalanta.There were plenty of opportunities for both sides but no goals as Inter's eight-match winning streak in the Italian top-flight was brought to an end, giving hope to the teams immediately below the defending champions.
Masterful Robertson seals snooker crown
Australian snooker star Neil Robertson has claimed his second Masters title with a 10-4 victory over Barry Hawkins at Alexandra Palace.The 39-year-old Robertson -- champion in 2012 -- dominated after Hawkins suffered from a slice of misfortune in the fifth frame with the score at 2-2.
NSW has reported 29,504 new COVID-19 cases along with a further 17 virus-related deaths.Hospital numbers continue to rise, with the state's hospitals now caring for 2776 COVID-19 patients - 126 more than the day before.
Eagles' Aussies dumped from NFL playoffs
The Philadelphia Eagles have been bounced out of the NFL playoffs 31-15 by the Tampa Bay Bucaneers -- leaving just one Australian with a shot of making the Super Bowl.The hopes of Philadelphia's offensive tackle Jordan Mailata and punter Arryn Siposs were extinguished in Tampa by the clinical hosts.
Election battlelines drawn over tax
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has returned from his COVID-19 sick bed to boast of his government's record on tax cuts, which he sees as a major point of difference with Labor as the country goes to the polls this year.But shadow treasurer Jim Chalmers accused Mr Frydenberg of launching a scare campaign when his government has taxed Australians at a much higher rate than Labor ever did.
A New Zealand Defence Force aircraft has left Auckland on a reconnaissance flight to assess damage in Tonga, around 36 hours after the mammoth volcanic blast.Communication to the remote Pacific nation remains limited following Saturday night's eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano, though power is being restored.
Real Madrid take Spanish Super Cup honours
After failing to lift a trophy last season, Real Madrid have secured the Spanish Super Cup title with a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in Saudi Arabia.Luka Modric and Karim Benzema scored a goal in each half of the final as Madrid comfortably defeated last year's champions to reinforce their status as the top team in Spain this season.
Blue Mountains girl, 9, missing four days
The search for nine-year-old Charlise Mutten has resume after the NSW girl went missing from a home four days ago.Charlise's parents say they last saw the girl on Thursday at a property at Mount Wilson, 20km north of Katoomba.
Skipper Cummins win Ashes, tops wickets
In ominous signs for future opponents, Pat Cummins believes he can only get better as a Test skipper.The 28-year-old was handed the reins on the eve of the series against England after Tim Paine stepped away from cricket when a sexting saga became public.

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Our Family Float Trip is a gentle, five-mile long float down the Arkansas River, with a few class II and easy, mild class III white water amidst the beautiful scenery of the upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon.
Join us for a half day, full day or multi-day group whitewater rafting trip or turn your groups' adventure into a learning experience.
This timed challenge is best described as an obstacle course that meets the river. You will battle alongside your teammates to be the first raft through Bighorn Sheep Canyon (Class II-III) while completing a series of challenges along the way.
Echo Canyon River Expedition's Browns Canyon trip is widely considered one of the best Colorado rafting trips in the United States. Running parallel to a wilderness study and offering unmatchable scenic views of the Rocky Mountain countryside, this trip is one of the best family float trips available on the Arkansas River.
The Numbers section of the Arkansas River is widely considered to be the most extreme, adrenaline-pumping section of the river, so you'd better be ready for some true white water challenges!
The Gold Rush section of Clear Creek rafting with Echo Canyon River Expeditions is the perfect blend of natural beauty, excitement, and fun. Whether you are with friends, co-workers, or family, this is a wonderful way to take in the spectacular natural wonders of Colorado while having the time of your life.
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For groups with children or individuals who are looking for a great introduction to white water rafting, the Bighorn Sheep Canyon half day rafting trip is a perfect option. This lovely 6-mile, class II-III section of whitewater offers about a dozen rapids that will both excite and exhilarate. You'll hit fan favorites, like Spikebuck, Sharks Tooth, and Spinner Rapid, that will put a smile on everyone's face! On all Bighorn Sheep Canyon white water rafting trips, your group has the option of paddling or simply riding along, depending on your desired physical activity level or group composition. You may even have an opportunity to see some of the canyon's namesake – Bighorn Sheep – on this section! We recommend that children are at least 6 years of age to participate in this section.
For those with very small children (as young as 3 years old) or for those looking for a relaxing half day rafting float trip, our Family Float is a gentle ride down 5 miles of the Arkansas River in the upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Your guide will navigate a number of easy rapids as you and your friends and family enjoy the view of red rock cliffs and Rocky Mountain wildlife. Depending on water levels (which vary throughout the season), you may even have an opportunity to stop along the side of the river to splash, play, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the river!
For the most adventure and adrenaline possible, there is no better half day rafting trip than the Royal Gorge. It is not only an absolutely incredible geological sight, the Royal Gorge is also home world-class white water. You'll be paddling between two 1,000-foot cliffs through class III and IV rapids such as Wall Slammer, Boat Eater, and Sunshine Falls. You'll even get to float right under the famous Royal Gorge Bridge. This section varies a great deal during the season as water levels fluctuate due to spring runoff. To determine what time of year would be best for you, check out more information on the best time to raft in Colorado. Adventure seekers will want to book their trips in early to mid-June for the biggest white water rafting possible.
We also offer half day rafting trips through Browns Canyon or the Numbers, for those who are looking for something closer to Buena Vista, Salida or Breckenridge. These sections run through beautiful and scenic areas of the Rocky Mountains and will give you a good taste of the beauty that southern Colorado has to offer.


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Upshot from Last Week
The Pac-12 came down to Earth after an astronomical start to the 2019-20 campaign. A stark fall, but not a fatal one. Fortunately, the teams at the top mostly handled their business. However, the middle to bottom tier programs suffered some bad losses.
Utah notched a fantastic win over Minnesota, but followed it up with a shocking 22-point defeat to Coastal Carolina. The Utes faced the Chanticleers on the road as part of the first round of the Myrtle Beach Classic, a tough draw, but a game they were expected to win. The loss is arguably the most shocking upset in the conference so far this season. Larry Krystkowiak's team bounced back, though, with a victory over Ohio, but then suffered another surprising loss to Tulane, finishing a shocking sixth in the east coast tournament.
UCLA had a nice win over UNLV, but then dropped the ball in a terrible loss against Hofstra in Westwood. Nobody expected the Bruins to lose this game on their home court, and the defeat shows the enormous task Mick Cronin faces to rebuild the storied program. The Bruins have a long way to go, but the shocking upset proved to the rest of the conference where UCLA currently stands in the pecking order.
Washington State beat Idaho State, but suffered a defeat to Nebraska Omaha in a game the Cougars were favored to win. Kyle Smith's team allowed the Mavericks to score 50 points in the second half in a come-from-behind victory. The debacle was certainly a bad loss.
Washington lost a tournament-level game to Tennessee on a neutral court. While the defeat is not a bad loss, it is a very noteworthy game that the Selection Committee will use as a gauge when determining seeding come March. The Huskies are a young team who are still learning their roles, but the margin of defeat is significant. The Dawgs followed it up with convincing victories over Maine, Montana, and San Diego.
USC recorded a solid road win against Nevada, struggled in a victory over Pepperdine, and lost to Temple. The defeat at home is significant, though it's debatable whether it's a bad loss. Andy Enfield's team appears to be over-reliant on Nick Rakocevic playing well, and Enfield needs to find ways to compensate when he is having an off night.
California escaped with a four-point victory over Prairie View A&M, and were blown out by Duke in the first game of the Empire Classic. The Bears were then defeated handily by Texas in the second game of the tournament. However, the two games against quality opponents helped Mark Fox prepare his team for what will be a grueling conference season.
Oregon State's Kylor Kelley shoots vs. Grambling State. | OSU Athletics
Oregon State demolished Wyoming in a true road game, following it up with victories over UC Santa Barbara and Grambling State in Corvallis. Wayne Tinkle's team has yet to suffer a bad loss, and controls their own destiny for an at-large NCAA Tournament bid.
Colorado took care of business with comfortable wins over San Diego, UC Irvine, and Wyoming to remain undefeated. Tad Boyle and the Buffs look like a threat to win the Conference behind the one-two punch of McKinley Wright IV and Tyler Bey. CU is shooting lights out from three, but has yet to be truly tested.
Stanford looked good in blowout wins over Santa Clara, Maryland Eastern Shores, and William and Mary. The Cardinal remain undefeated, winning games by an average of 20.8 points.
Arizona blew out New Mexico State, struggled against South Dakota State, and crushed Long Beach State. The Cats struggles against South Dakota State were noteworthy and indicative of the importance Zeke Nnaji has to their success. Sean Miller dismissed sophomore guard Devonaire Doutrive for violation of team rules.
Arizona State handled Rider, beat St. John's comfortably, and battled No. 7 Virginia to the bitter end in a three-point loss in the championship game of the Air Force Reserve Tip Off Tournament. The second-place finish was respectable, going a long way in covering up some of the bad losses the Conference suffered, but the Sun Devils still lack a signature win. On the other hand Bobby Hurley's squad has yet to suffer a bad loss.
Oregon remained the shining beacon of the conference, convincingly defeating University of Texas-Arlington and Houston in Eugene. Dana Altman and the Ducks remain undefeated with quality victories, despite not having N'Faly Dante who is expected to play in December. UO's performance has exceeded expectations so far this season.
General Outlook: Cracks Beginning to Show
The Conference of Champions took a step back. The various head-scratching defeats last week give justified pause to the praise that was heaped on the Pac-12. The result is a damaged perception, though not a destroyed image.
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The Conference is 51-11 against teams outside of the Conference, and the strong start is undeniable. But cracks in the foundation are beginning to show, and the flaws of certain teams are beginning to be exposed.
The reputation of the league is now dependent on strong Thanksgiving week performances in the various tournaments, as well as several high-level games looming in December.
A strong week will go a long way in re-energizing the momentum, but another poor week will be very damaging.
Noteworthy Upcoming Games (November 25 – December 2)
Monday, November 25, 4:30 p.m., FloSports
Washington State plays in the Cayman Islands Classic with a first-round match-up against Nebraska. The Cougs will then face either George Mason or Old Dominion, followed by a final game against Colorado State, New Mexico State, Loyola Chicago, or South Florida. Kyle Smith needs to find a way to win at least one of these games.
Monday, November 25, 6:30 p.m., ESPN2
Stanford heads to Kansas City to take part in the Hall of Fame Classic. The Cardinal take on Oklahoma in the opening game, followed by either Butler or Missouri. This tournament is Stanford's first real test, and arguably will make-or-break their NCAA Tournament dreams. A strong performance will go a long way towards an at-large bid.
UCLA travels to Maui for the prestigious Maui Jim Maui Invitational. The Bruins battle BYU first, followed by either Kansas or Chaminade. Depending on how things go, UCLA will play their final game against Michigan State, Virginia Tech, Dayton, or Georgia. After the Hofstra loss, the Bruins must avoid embarrassing defeats, and need to at least keep these games close.
Tuesday, November 26, 4:00 p.m., ESPN+
Arizona State squares off against Princeton in what may be a trap game. The Sun Devils need to take care of business to avoid a bad loss. Remy Martin must guide his team to a comfortable victory to avoid further scrutiny of the league's quality.
Tuesday, November 26, 7:00 p.m., Pac-12 Network
California faces a bounce back test against UC Davis, a game the Bears should win if they have truly turned the corner this season.
Tuesday, November 26, 8:30 p.m., ESPN2
Colorado plays in the championship game of the MGM Main Event against Clemson. A win would reinforce the perception of Colorado's quality, and boost their potential seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Wednesday, November 27, 6:30 p.m., ESPN2
Oregon goes to the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis in what is by far the most important Thanksgiving week tournament for the Pac-12. The Ducks have a chance to solidify their argument for a No.1 seed, and generate discussions of their chances of reaching No.1 in the AP poll, if they come out of Nassau with a trophy. UO begins by playing No.13 Seton Hall, followed by either No. 8 Gonzaga or Southern Miss. Depending on what happens, they will finish out against either Alabama, No. 6 North Carolina, Iowa State, or Michigan. All the eyes of the nation will be on this tournament.
Wednesday, November 27, 8:00 p.m., FS1
Oregon State travels to Las Vegas to take part in the Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic against San Jose State. The Beavers should win this game in a blowout. Any hint of struggles will be concerning.
Thursday, November 28, 1:00 p.m., ESPNU
USC heads to Orlando to take part in the ESPN Orlando Invitational with their first game against Fairfield. The Trojans then battle either Davidson or Marquette, followed by a final game against Maryland, Texas A&M, Temple, or Harvard. Winning the first two games will allow them to face a quality opponent, and present an opportunity to secure a coveted Quad 1 victory. Andy Enfield needs a strong performance to recover from their home loss to Temple.
Thursday, November 28, 8:00 p.m., ESPN2
Arizona participates in the Wooden Legacy with an opening game against Pepperdine. The Cats then play either UCF or Pennsylvania. The final game will pit Sean Miller's team against Providence, Wake Forest, Long Beach State, or Charleston. Anything less than a first-place trophy will be a massive disappointment, and damage the Pac-12's image.
Friday, November 29, 6:00 p.m., Pac-12 Network
Utah takes on UC Davis in a game the Utes should win comfortably. Coach Krystkowiak needs large margins of victories to overcome the damage sustained from the Coastal Carolina and Tulane disasters.
Monday, December 2, 7:30 p.m., Pac-12 Network
Washington plays South Dakota in what should be an easy victory. The biggest takeaway is likely the margin of victory, which is important for the NET rankings. The freshmen's continued development in Mike Hopkins' system is key.
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Arnold & Itkin LLP file a claim today in Harris County District Court on behalf of a young woman whose apartment's ceiling collapsed. The woman had made numerous prior complaints regarding the condition of her apartment to apartment management, each of which were ignored.
She sustained injuries to her neck and other parts of her body as a result of the collapse. In premises liability law, property owners are obligated to provide reasonably safe environments for tenants, guests, or customers. When people get hurt due to negligence of ownership or management, then those at-fault should be made to pay for medical care, lost wages, and other damages for the victim.
Our client's property managers were ethically and legally required to ensure that her ceiling was safe and structurally sound. When they ignored her complaints, they were essentially putting her at risk for no good reason.
Arnold & Itkin is proud to represent this woman and seek the justice that she deserves.


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- KRUU Programming - 20100511 - Dale Thomas
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Tue, 05/11/2010 - 5:04pm.
21:18 minutes (19.5 MB) Stereo 44kHz 128Kbps (CBR)
- Country Music Jamboree - 20100727 - Bill Kirchen
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Mon, 07/26/2010 - 12:00am.
20:34 minutes (18.83 MB) Mono 44kHz 128Kbps (CBR)
In 1972, Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen had that top ten hit record, Hot Rod Lincoln. It featured their guitarist, Bill Kirchen, playing his Fender Telecaster. He's been seen singing and picking ever since. Known as the Titan of the Telecaster, King of Diesel-Billy, Kirchen mixes hard country, rockabilly, western swing, and blues to create some fantastic music. Bill's most recent album is Word To The Wise.
- KRUU Programming - 20110202 Karim - Cairo
Submitted by mattahearn on Wed, 02/02/2011 - 4:27pm.
25:31 minutes (35.04 MB) Stereo 44kHz 192Kbps (CBR)
- 20110721 - Wheeler Brothers Live In Studio
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Thu, 07/21/2011 - 12:00am.
Up and coming five piece indie folk-rock act, Wheeler Brothers, came through Fairfield on Thursday, July 21st for a performance at The Beauty Shop.
The band stopped by the KRUU-FM studio to perform a few fantastic acoustic renditions of their songs.
Formed in Austin, Texas, each member brings his own ideas and sounds to the group, with styles blending indie rock, blues and folk.
- 20110811 - My Goodness
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 08/11/2011 - 12:00am.
Seattle based blues/rock band, My Goodness perfomed Thurs. Aug. 11 at The Red Rock Tavern.
Before their gig tonight, band members, Joel Schneider and Ethan Jacobsen, stopped by to perform live in the KRUU studio. Giving a taste of their special distillation of rock, blues and punk.
- 20110816 - KRUU Programming - David Aossey - Kevin Barrett
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 8:45am.
A conversation with authors David Aossey and Kevin Barrett. David is the author of the new novel, "Instruments of the State", and Kevin has written several non-fiction 9/11 Truth books, including "Truth Jihad: My Epic Struggle Against The 9/11 Big Lie".
- 20110829 - KRUU Programming - AudioBody's Jason Tardy
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Mon, 08/29/2011 - 2:57pm.
Corey Hickenbotttom speaks with Jason Tardy, of the physical comedy/music brother duo AudioBody, all about their act and their September 6 performance at The Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts. AudioBody is the kick off act for the 2011-2012 Sondheim Center Artist Series.
- 20110923 - KRUU Programming - Ed Murphy & Hilary Jordan on 1st Annual 80s Day in Fairfield
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 4:20pm.
Corey Hickenbottom talks with Ed Murphy and Hilary Jordan all aboutthe 1st Annual 80s Day in Fairfield on Friday, September 30, which includes The Provocative 80s Dance Gala at The Sondheim Center and The Funkin' 80s Dance Party at The Red Rock Tavern. Co-Sponsored by KRUU-FM
(Due to Copyright laws, music from original broadcast has been removed)
- 20111017 - KRUU Programming - Spotlighgt on Cambridge Investment Research Inc.
A spotlight on local Fairfield business, Cambridge Investment Research Inc. Corey Hickenbottom speaks with their First Vice President of Advisor Services, Carol Fischer and Vice President of Technology, Gary Gagnon. They share about Cambridge being named one of the top ten workplaces in Iowa, as named by the Des Moines Register. They also talk about the recently added IT jobs and a little bit about the company's 30 year history.
- 20111201 - KRUU Programming - Lyal Strickland
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Thu, 12/01/2011 - 9:49pm.
KRUU-FM welcomes rootsy American folk singer/songwriter Lyal Strickland to the studio to perform live and let us know what he's been up to. Hailing from the Missouri Ozarks and raising heritage grass fed beef when not performing, Lyal performs songs inspired by life lived in small towns, the Ozark hills, and on insterstate highways. His most recent album, So Many Incidents was produced by Larry Lee, founding member of the legendary Ozark Mountain Daredevils and was recorded on the banks of the Finley River in Southwest Missouri.
- 20120131 - KRUU Programming - Phyllis Khare
Internationally published social media author and expert, Phyllis Khare talks about social media and her upcoming talk for the Fairfield Golden Speakers Toastmasters Club bi-annual guest speaker event. The event will take place Tuesday, Feb. 7 at The First United Methodist Church in Fairfield.
- 20120221 - KRUU Programming - Derik Wulfekuhle, Director of Fairfield's Park & Rec Department
11:41 minutes (10.7 MB) Mono 44kHz 128Kbps (CBR)
Corey Hickenbottom talks with Derik Wulfekuhle, Director of Fairfield's Parks & Receration Department, about their many current and upcoming activities.
- 20120227 - KRUU Programming - Graham Meriwether, Director of AMERICAN MEAT
Submitted by Corey Hickenbottom on Sat, 02/25/2012 - 6:07pm.
Corey Hickenbottom talks with filmmaker, Graham Meriwether about his film "American Meat", the making of, and much more. American Meat is a solutions-oriented documentary surveying the current state of the U.S. meat industry, exploring feedlots through the eyes of the farmers who work there, as well as the revolution taking place in sustainable animal husbandry.
American Meat is screening in Fairfield, Tuesday, February 28th, 7:30 pm at The Fairfield Public Library. It is a free screening with a panel/audience discussion following.
- 20120225 - KRUU Programming - Seth Braun
Corey Hickenbottom talks with Seth Braun, the best selling author of "Indestructible Success: Creative Entrepreneurship and The Art of Small Business" and Fairfield resident, about his upcoming book talk at Revelations Cafe, Seth's life, rock 'n' roll, and more.
Seth will be giving a book talk Saturday, March 3, 1-3 PM at Revelations Cafe. Admission is free. In this 2 hour discussion for Fairfield residents, Seth will reveal what you need to do to handle the two factors that kill a creative business faster than anything else.
- 20120522 - KRUU Programming - BOOM Fitness
Corey Hickenbottom talks with Ti Liptak and Jeff Stone. the masterminds behind BOOM Fitness in Fairfield.
- 20130306 - Yakov Smirnoff Interview
Submitted by galenhawthorne on Thu, 03/14/2013 - 5:09pm.
Galen Hawthorne (Of the Midweek Songstreak) interviews Yakov Smirnoff
- KRUU Programming - 20140105-Round Guy
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Tue, 01/07/2014 - 10:06am.
Andrew Tint and comedian Round Guy, known for his role in season three of The Biggest Loser and his KGGO FM show, spend some time on air discussing Round Guy's upcoming show in Fairfield, desert island meals, and their prettiest outfits. See the Round Guy live Thursday 9pm at the Orpheum Theater.
- KRUU Programming - 20140106- Scott Long
Andrew Tint and comedian Scott Long discuss his upcoming show in Fairfield, his role in creating sketch comedy for ESPN, and why being a parent provides comedy gold. Don't miss Scott Long live at the Orpheum Theater Thursday at 9:00 PM.
- KRUU Programming - 20140107- Kristian Day
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/08/2014 - 6:18pm.
James Moore talks weekly Orpheum Theater action with Modern American Cinema's Kristian Day, Fairfield's filmic Rennasaince man.
James Moore talks weekly Orpheum Theater action with Modern American Cinema's Kristian Day, Fairfield's filmic renaissance man and Orpheum impressario. This week it's Martin Scorcesese's "Wolf of Wall Street" and on Friday and Saturday only A LIFE OF DIVINE, about one of John Waters' main muses. The following week? It's the Cohen brothers new film "Inside Llewyn Davis". Aw yeah, hometown movie deluxe.
- KRUU Programming - 20140115- Nicholas Naioti and the Gardens
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Wed, 01/15/2014 - 3:05pm.
4:27 minutes (6.11 MB) Stereo 44kHz 192Kbps (CBR)
KRUU FM travels to The Gardens in Fairfield to talk with owner Nicholas Naioti.
- KRUU Programming - 20140128 - Jonathan Narcisse
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Tue, 01/28/2014 - 3:38pm.
KRUU FM's, Andrew Tint sits down with Jonathan Narcisse (D), whose running for Governor of Iowa. Mr. Narcisse made his announcement to enter the race in Cedar Rapids, and is now touring the state, which included a stop in at KRUU FM.
Before putting his hat in the political ring, Mr. Narcisse severed on the Des Moines School Board.
- KRUU Programming - 20140129 - Orpheum Theater Weekly with Kristian Day
James Moore talks weekly Orpheum Theater action with Modern American Cinema's Kristian Day, Fairfield's filmic renaissance man and Orpheum impressario. This week it's It's the Cohen brothers new film "Inside Llewyn Davis". Aw yeah, hometown movie deluxe.
- KRUU Programming - 20140130 - Monserrat Iñiguez
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/30/2014 - 4:36pm.
KRUU's Anna Brett speaks with Monserrat Iñiguez, of the The Village Urban Collective and The Soapbox Speakeasy. The Soapbox Speakeasy is a monthly spoken word event held the Saturday following ArtWalk at the Urban Village Collective.
The Soapbox Speakeasy is headlined by a different language artist each month- the headliner selects the theme, which sets the writing challenge, and the ensuing lineup is filled by poets who craft work to speak on the topic.
Headliners will have their printed work available for purchase at the event. The goal of the event is to inspire people to write- including audience members. It promotes a community of writers who gather to teach, write, share, rehearse, play and support each other, as well as develop material for performance and publishing. The Soapbox Speakeasy is presented by The Urban Village Collective, a space for craftspeople, artisans, and independent business owners to create, develop, and sell their products in a friendly cooperative setting. The UVC also functions as start-up support for new small businesses.
- KRUU Programming - 20140130 - Blue Fish
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Thu, 01/30/2014 - 4:43pm.
5:41 minutes (10.4 MB) Stereo 44kHz 256Kbps (CBR)
KRUU Programming's, Andrew Tint heads over to Blue Fish, Fairfield's Organic Clothing Store. Blue Fish uses only organic fibers, recycled cottons, and other natural fibers such as hemp, linen, and silk blends. In fact, a lot of their buttons are hand made, vintage, or recycled.
Blue Fish Clothing prides itself on being wearable art. When Jennifer Barclay founded Blue Fish Clothing, in 1986, in Frenchtown, New Jersey at age 17, she wanted to make creative, fun, comfortable clothes that said "I am me!". Now she has.
- KRUU Programming - 20140207 - Kristian Day
Andrew Tint talks weekly Orpheum Theater action with Modern American Cinema's Kristian Day, Fairfield's filmic renaissance man and Orpheum impressario.
This week it's, "The Great Iowa Film Series starting this Friday," featuring seven different films, including The Final Season, with a Q&A with the filmmakers following the film on Friday and Saturday.
- KRUU Programming - 20140226 - James Meredith and the Sonos Handbell Ensemble
Andrew Tint sits down with James Meredith, of the Sonos Handbell Ensemble, to talk about their upcoming event, Saturday March 2nd at 3:00 PM at the Sondheim Center.
- KRUU Programming - Finnywicks
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/14/2014 - 3:22pm.
2:30 minutes (2.3 MB) Stereo 44kHz 128Kbps (CBR)
Anna Brett heads over to Finnywicks to see what it's all about. Finnywick's offers southeast Iowa the best selection of quality toys, games, art supplies, craft kits and creative fun!
Finnywick's is also a FedEx Authorized Shipping Center. They also sell FedEx Ground and Air services and accept drop-offs that are prelabeled with third-party account numbers.
- KRUU Programming - The Lord's Cupboard
Anna Brett heads over to The Lord's Cupboard of Jefferson County located in Fairfield, to talk with Laura Cohen their director. The Lord's Cupboard serves as the county's sole emergency food pantry. Every month, they serve hundreds of low-income families by providing food, paper goods, and other essentials. During the summer months, the L.O.A.F. Program helps feed hungry school-children who depend on free lunches during the school year. Every December, they provide Christmas Boxes for the needy in Jefferson County.
- KRUU Programming - The Closet with Fran Cox
Anna Brett sits down with Fran Cox to talk about The Closet. The Closet started with a spark in a young ladies heart, to provide a service to the community for free that would help low income families that were in need of clothing, household items, ect!
When The Closet moved from Iowa City, another "go getter" took over the organization Through her efforts we increased the volunteer base and the workings of the closet so it was able to be open more days and be a greater blessing to the community. The closet grew to a very nice service where All local families that wished to donate or participate could. Any family in need can come.
- KRUU Programming - 20140407 - Art Atkinson
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Mon, 04/07/2014 - 4:22pm.
Art Atkinson is in studio to talk about the Jefferson County Body Transformation Challenge. The challenge is a ten week program designed to motivate you to get fit, whether your goal is to lose weight, gain muscle, reduce body fat percentage, or all of those!
- KRUU Programming - 20140411 - Tanell Pretorius
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Fri, 04/11/2014 - 1:47pm.
Tanell Pretorius hosts her new montly segement, Ask Miss Barbella, where she answers all your fitness questions and concerns. If you want to ask her a question post them on her facebook page, or email her at ask@missbarbella.com
Tanell is a fitness trainer in Fairfield whose originally from South Africa. Tanell Pretorius moved to London, in the United Kingdom, at the age of 19 to pursue a career in modeling. She worked as a fashion and sports model for seven years and had agents in London, Milan, Hamburg and Cape Town. She was featured innumerous TV commercials from Sony Playstation to Veet Wax. In 2011 she moved to Fairfield, Iowa, to complete an undergraduate degree in Media and Communications at Maharishi University of Management. She has since moved her focus to writing and her personal training and Ayurvedic consultant practice. Her passions are self-development and sharing her knowledge and experience of health and wellness with others. She also writes currently for IOWA SOURCE.
- KRUU Programming - 20140424 - Orpheum Weekly with Kristian Day
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Fri, 04/25/2014 - 11:42am.
This week the Orpheum is showing"Noah." In a world ravaged by human sin, Noah is given a divine mission: to build an Ark to save creation from the coming flood.
- KRUU Programming - 20140502 - Kristian Day and Under the Skin
This week the Orpheum is showing"Under the Skin." Under the Skin has been hailed as a haunting viewing experience. Starring the great Scarlett Johansson.
- KRUU Programming - 20140502 - Eco Jam with Zachary Basler
Zachary Basler, the EcoJam team, and EcoFairfield are excited to present a night full of organic and up-cycled designs by local designers, music, and raffle prizes! The first half of this event will be family-friendly and include children's clothes, opening with a dance performance by Apetura Metis and concluding with a line honoring MUM sustainable living alumni Darnetta Lee, who was an inspiration to many in Fairfield and passed away this spring. The second half allows designers full artistic expression. The second half culminates with designs by local favorite Darjaal Craul, recently returned to the fashion scene!
- KRUU Programming - 20140515 - Terry Smith and Keith DeBoer
Andrew Tint sits down with Terry Smith and Keith DeBoer to discuss the Grain Elevator and their non-profit, Ahead Iowa.
- KRUU Programming - 20140515 - Tanell's Monthly Fitness
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 9:40am.
5:35 minutes (10.23 MB) Stereo 44kHz 256Kbps (CBR)
- KRUU Programming - 20140610 - Jason Strong
Andrew Tint sits down with Jason Strong of the Fairfield Media Center to discuss all things Fairfest.
- KRUU Programming - 20140611 - Dick DeAngelis and All Things Italian
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Wed, 06/11/2014 - 11:28am.
Andrew Tint sits down with Dick DeAngelis to talk about The All Things Italian Street Festival in Fairfield, Iowa. All Things Italian has been named a "must-see event" by the Iowa Tourism Office, is free to everyone and draws close to 5,000 people each year. Known for it's homemade lasagna and freshly filled cannoli, the festival receives high marks for it's authentic Italian cuisine, and has a suprise in store for you that will blow you away.
- KRUU Programming - 20140611 - Dale Stephens
Submitted by Andrew Tint on Thu, 06/12/2014 - 12:49pm.
Andrew Tint chats with Dale Stephens of Art Fifty Two. Art Fifty Two is going to be present at Fairfest, selling works from legendary painter Geoffrey Baker.
At Art Fifty Two, they're passionate about serving artists. Mr. Stephens believes that the world would be a better place if more artists were able to make a living doing what they do best—creating beautiful works of art for the rest of us to enjoy. Every member of the Art Fifty Two Team is passionate about artwork and devoted to helping artists grow their businesses.
- KRUU Programming - 20140612 - Cheryl Fusco Johnson
Andrew Tint sits down with Cheryl Fusco Johnson to discuss the writing component of Fairfest '14.
- KRUU Programming - 20140613 Erica
Andrew Tint Interviews Erica on Fairfest 2014
Andrew Tint talks weekly Orpheum Theater action and Des Moines Art Festival with Modern American Cinema's Kristian Day, Fairfield's filmic Rennasaince man.


Yes, a 97% approval rating from our teachers about a Professional Development Day! The reason for this was simple. We let our talented staff develop and choose their sessions for the day.
Step one: A Google Document sent out to staff with three time slots to fill in with topics that teachers wanted to facilitate in the morning. Feel free to copy it and use it for yourself. There are tabs at the bottom for each of our district's schools. At the high school, I also added a few presenters in areas where there was staff interest (i.e. Yolink, Mathcad software, Google Docs). One cool offering was actually a virtual session on Google Docs by Andy Marcinek (clip below).
Step Two: I created an overview sheet of the sessions with a link to a spreadsheet for teachers to put their names on so that we could make sure that each session would have enough seats to accommodate interested staff members. In addition, it allowed me to have a reference to send to the Central Office to award Professional Development Points for each attendee at each session.
Step Four: Follow-up. While one day with excellent feedback is a good start, we need to ensure that Professional Development is not something that only happens during PD days that are dropped into our schedule a few times a year. We will be offering sessions during the school day on topics that teachers request throughout the year. In addition, we will use much of our faculty meeting time this year to also hold breakouts on topics that teachers choose rather than meeting and going over a laundry list of items.
Final Thoughts: This day worked because it was designed by teachers for teachers. I have heard more positive feedback on this day than any other PD I have ever been a part of. I keep wondering why we didn't take our PD in this direction a lot earlier. If we want classrooms where we are teaching students to be collaborative and more proactive in their learning, don't we have to set up a culture where we trust teachers to do the same?
This sounds absolutely fabulous. I love the format and the time to internalize learning during the afternoon. Congrats on a successful day!
Kudos to you and your teachers, Patrick, for owning this day. Very inspiring!
I enjoyed our PD Day immensely. I find it very beneficial when we get together as a department and work on materials and tools collaboratively. I loved working in our recently updated language lab. A few of us had gone to WPI this summer for a seminar on Audacity and Skype, Our professor / instuctor from WPI came to BHS to give us more insight and instruction on Audacity and Skype. I really benefited from the one-on-one training. It was as if we had a personal tech trainer.
I agree with the speaker who said that tech is a part of the classroom and not the whole classroom. I have been employing more of it my classroom this year because I'm more confident and experienced with it now. But,initially, I have to have a great lesson plan which will maximize my students' learning prior to using technology. Technology is a great tool through which I execute my lesson plans.
Great! It sounds better than ours http://bit.ly/cPuVjv because you allowed time for teachers to work on what they had learned in the morning. Will take that on board for next time, thanks!
As a presenter, I enjoyed the format immensely. The teachers seemed relaxed and engaged, really ready to make the day productive. Excellent work Principal Larkin and Burlington HS.
Thanks to everyone for the positive comments! I forgot to mention how much easier it is for teachers to share resources since they all got laptops this year. Everywhere they go, they have access to all of their documents and resources at their fingertips.
I am so excited to continue this model throughout the year.
This is a great PD model - Thanks for sharing!
I was honored to present at this professional development day at BHS and am excited to see the positive feedback. This IS what a day of professional development should look like. I always wondered why we, as educators, placed such an emphasis on differentiated instruction, but never carried that model over to our own professional development. Applying the unconference model to a day of professional development will produce positive outcomes and promote new types of learning in the classroom. Teachers are not being talked to, they are doing the talking and participating in the process. Kudos to BHS and Patrick Larkin for making this day happen. I look forward to hearing about future successes with this model!
Good info dude keep it up.
Nice work. I wanted to see this happen in our district. Why do admins feel that everything has to be scheduled for it to be valuable? Comes down to not trusting professionals to be professional. Your faculty is fortunate that you think differently.
When is BHS next PD and the bigger question, is it available for outside teachers/districts to attend?
This is kind of like edcamp for pro-d! I love it. Next week I am leading a pro-d session (unfortunately at a traditional pro-d conference) on building your PLN through twitter. Do you have resources you recommend?


AMVETS saves the day at film shooting in Brighton; Talker pitches in.
The latest location was the corner of Troy and Brooklawn in Brighton. The two days of filming drew curious and sizable crowds who enjoyed the appearance of Lithgow and Danner.
When Talker arrived at about 11:30am on Sunday, we got the inside scoop. A truck from the Henrietta AMVETS Thrift Center, run by the American Veterans National Service Foundation, was parked in the driveway while three people were loading up boxes filled with thrift store material.
As I learned from the local production artist who was helping two AMVET volunteers, John and Sally, Blythe Danner's character is a hoarder. The production team needed to fill up her house to the brim with a lifetime supply of garage sale items. AMVETS offered to provide the material, filled up the truck and delivered the stuff to the site.
Today, the truck came back to retrieve the dozens of boxes, which included new donated items. So it was a win for the local film scene and a win for AMVETS.
Because Talker supports AMVETS, we lent a hand.


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Not long ago, the GOP controlled most of Cape Cod. A blue wave is changing the region.
By Matt Stout Globe Staff,Updated December 11, 2022, 9:08 p.m.
Rob Galibois is the first Democrat to win election as the Cape and Islands' district attorney in the office's nearly 50-year history.Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff
Julian Cyr woke up the day after the 2016 election as Cape Cod's new state senator-elect. But his cellphone was not buzzing with Democratic well-wishers.
"No one called me," Cyr said. "Everyone was so depressed."
Not only had Donald Trump's unexpected presidential victory sent shock waves across the country, but on the Cape, Democrats suddenly found themselves in the minority. Republicans won five of the region's eight state legislative seats and held the local sheriff's office. GOP candidates recaptured the majority on the three-member Barnstable County Commission. The local paper's reporting days earlier of a potential "red tide" lapping the region felt prescient.
Six years later, that Republican swell has receded, and then some.
Once a bastion for Yankee Republicans before turning into a reliably bipartisan pocket of Massachusetts, the Cape appears to be undergoing another political transformation. It culminated in last month's election when, for the first time, a Democrat won the local district attorney's office, another recaptured the Cape's sheriff's post after decades in GOP control, and the party flipped yet another legislative seat.
As of next year, the GOP will control just two of the eight legislative seats representing the Cape and Islands, and none on the county commission, the region's executive branch. Barnstable County — with the oldest median resident age of nearly 55 years in New England — still has a higher share of Republicans than any other county in the state. But it's also adding registered Democrats at a time when both major parties are struggling to keep members as more voters choose to register as political independents.
In Massachusetts, there aren't many places left for a blue wave to hit. But one just smothered the Cape.
"I feel like I just climbed out of a bomb shelter and looked around and everything is leveled," said Adam Lange, chairman of the Brewster Republican Town Committee and the founder of the United Cape Patriots, a 1,500-member conservative group. "I don't see a clear path forward after what we just suffered."
The shift has been years in the making. The gains Republicans realized in 2016 held for several years; the GOP still held a legislative majority in the region as recently as late 2019. But Democrats slowly chipped away, flipping an open state Senate seat with Susan L. Moran's special election victory in 2020 and then one in the House later that year after Kip Diggs topped Republican incumbent Will Crocker.
All the while, Democratic organizers, energized by Trump's victory, said they were making inroads on select boards and in other local races, building both an elected base and a political organization that could help bolster candidates new and old.
"There's an election on Cape Cod every six months. So we were out knocking doors every six months for someone," said Sandy Milano, a Democratic organizer and former president of the Cape and Islands Democratic Council. When she was named president in 2017, Milano estimated, Democrats held roughly one-third of local board seats. By the time her tenure ended last year, it had narrowed to a roughly even split, she said.
Candidates "didn't have to waste a lot of time trying to figure out how to build the plane," she said. "They were building it and flying it at the same time."
Then, Democrats broke through this year in open races once considered safely Republican. Defense attorney Robert Galibois topped Republican Daniel Higgins, a prosecutor who had served under Michael O'Keefe, the retiring GOP incumbent. In doing so, he became the first Democrat to win an election as Cape and Islands district attorney since the office was created nearly 50 years ago.
"I talked about the deep complacency that settled in over nearly a half a century," Galibois said. He also promised to deliver change. Jessica Elumba, his incoming first assistant, will be the first woman to hold the post, and Galibois said instead of asking for cash bail in cases of nonviolent misdemeanor offenses, he'd seek to put conditions on defendants at arraignment.
Democrat Donna Buckley also won the open seat for Barnstable County sheriff to replace Republican Jim Cummings, who had held it since 1999. She defeated state Representative Tim Whelan, a well-liked, moderate Republican and former State Police trooper who, until Buckley launched her campaign in March, appeared destined to walk into office unchallenged.
Buckley, the office's former general counsel, even attended Whelan's campaign kickoff event. But she, too, pitched reshaping the office, including ending its agreement with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement — the last in the state — that empowers local officers to enforce federal immigration laws.
Her victory was compounded by another: Chris Flanagan, a Democrat and Dennis select board member, flipped the state House seat Whelan had held.
"With the blue wave, what I found is voters on the Cape are really looking to understand how they can improve on the issues that touch them," Buckley said. "The Democrats connected those dots."
As a whole, the GOP is a small, and diminishing, faction of the Massachusetts political landscape. It accounts for just 9 percent of registered voters statewide. Republicans hold just three of the state's 40 Senate districts, and come January, Democrats will occupy every statewide elected office and every congressional seat for the first time in eight years.
Barnstable County remains a modest outlier: At 13 percent, the county has the highest concentration of Republicans in the state. But the region's changing demographics may be swallowing those voters' political influence.
Like most of the state, the Cape's voter rolls ballooned by 9 percent between the last two gubernatorial elections, mostly on the backs of thousands more unenrolled voters. Yet, Barnstable County is also adding registered Democrats. It has 1,060 more than it did four years ago — the biggest increase of any county in the state. And no area saw its share of registered Democrats grow more than on nearby Martha's Vineyard, in Dukes County.
"COVID-19 was the catalyst that created this," said Diane Bronsdon, chairwoman of the Chatham Republican Town Committee. "We had so many people move here from very liberal places, like New York City and Boston. It sure changed the demographic."
Democrats and some Republicans also believe the GOP's shift to the right — both nationally and on the state level under party chairman Jim Lyons — has repelled unenrolled voters. For example, Lyons and other conservative Republicans have repeatedly railed against the state's decision to expand mail-in voting. But on the Cape, it's incredibly popular: Of the 10 communities where residents were most likely to vote by mail in the November election, half were in Barnstable County.
"The party itself wanted to take this hard right posture in Massachusetts, where that's not really palatable," said Judy Crocker, a Republican State Committee member. "And the Democratic Party is more organized — not necessarily just on the Cape."
Whether all this holds remains to be seen. Democrats on the Cape regularly draw challengers, and while the nonpartisan Cook Political Report rates its congressional seat, on average, four points more Democratic than the nation as a whole — that's the lowest rating of any of the state's nine districts.
Amy Kullar, a Democrat State Committee member and chairwoman of the Bourne Democratic Town Committee, said even with the recent wins, she still considers the Cape a "marginal district for Democrats."
"We have to work every election," she said.
US Representative Bill Keating, a Bourne Democrat, said he, too, believes the region's electorate still maintains its independent streak and is guided less so by party affiliation than by issues. But while national Republicans float ideas such as cutting federal spending on Social Security and Medicare, it's Democrats, he said, who hold appeal for the region's unenrolled voters.
"I don't think it's, 'which side am I on?'" he said of voters' thinking. "It's, 'which side is on my side?'"
Matt Stout can be reached at matt.stout@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @mattpstout.