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Forest Dunes: Destination evolution
Forest Dunes
The third (foreground), fourth and eighth greens on Riley Johns and Keith Rhebb's new short course layout at Forest Dunes
Firm fescue and severe ground contour invites creative shot-making, as seen here at the 100-yard second
Forest Dunes also has an 18-hole layout by Tom Weiskopf and the reversible Loop course (pictured) by Tom Doak
By Vaughn Halyard
Tue 27 Oct, 2020
Michigan golfers are spoiled. Ask if they played XYZ course in ABC state, and there is a likelihood the answer will be: "No… but I have heard it is very nice." They are inundated with an abundance of excellent golf, so they find it hard to justify leaving their state. The completion of the Riley Johns and Keith Rhebb-designed short course at Forest Dunes is sure to compound the Michigan golfer's chronic 'homerism'.
The short course adds another compelling option to the Forest Dunes menu. The resort started with the original Forest Dunes, a parkland course set in the sand barren and dunes, designed by Tom Weiskopf. In 2016, it added a fascinating reversible course, the Loop, conceived and designed by Tom Doak. From a timing perspective, you are playing the equivalent of two courses, but it is unequivocally a single 36-hole course and should be played as such over two days.
The Rhebb and Riley ten-holer plays up into a treed dune, meanders back down a hill through a gully, then crosses an adjacent dune, on the perpendicular. The fescue is firmly planted on the packed sand and the course invites the requisite creativity and wagering. Our host, golf industry PR veteran and fierce golf stick Kevin Frisch, regularly demonstrated his genius with a putter from as far as 160 yards. His precise thump off the tee with the flat stick will undoubtedly require a loft adjustment. This is illustrative of the enjoyment built into the design. The same group included some using the land and features to hone their short game on tight lies and some keeping serious score. Others were playing a call-a-club challenge on each hole where each shot was celebrated by laughter. The features and bunkers were fully formed as a championship approach, yet the routing invited equal parts shotmaking and whimsy. That is not an easy task to accomplish and R&R delivered a course for true 'R&R'. I found myself wanting for more: "That's it? Ten holes is not enough."
More on golf in Michigan. During one of several enjoyable conversations with Michigan golf writers John Retzer and Tom Lang, I learned that Michigan has between 650 and 850 public golf courses. (That figure includes a number of nine-hole courses often left out of the tally).
Sand is omnipresent at Forest Dunes. Guests are able to choose their favourite playing surface. Interestingly, this is part of a trip planning protocol for some. The closer to the resort, the more prominent is the sand. Next to the road, under the high-tension power lines, the quicksand-like country roads down which I was routed by my Waze were all sand. The houses and cottages at the resort were all set on sand. So, I assumed that the original course would be on sand.
For the first-time visitor expecting sandy links-style golf, the first tee of the namesake Forest Dunes course will surprise. It is a fairly lush parkland. It is very well routed, enjoyable. It is an interesting juxtaposition, sand barren and dune immediately adjacent the verdant mow lines and rough.
Pure sandcapped by soil and green grass laid in the dunes might be a bit of a ponder but understandable given the period the course was built. Fairways are moist but greens are hard packed directly on sand and roll true. More importantly, it has many fans and guests who love it and keep coming back. "My dad loves this course," makes this a destination where there is something for everyone.
Michigan is 'golf is for the people'. The explosion in golf was driven not only by the elite, but also by the blue collar and line workers of the auto industry's United Auto Workers (UAW). During the Detroit, (Flint, Cadillac, Grand Rapids) auto heyday, when the shift ended, there was no work to take home and the pay was excellent. A coupling of disposable income with a brutal winter climate, the UAW community took full advantage of summer warmth and 10pm sunsets. Golf became both an afterwork passion and a place to park money for those not connected to investment advisors of the wealthy country club set. Retzer says: "I don't think it's a coincidence that Michigan is either first or second in number of registered boats, depending on the source. Boats and cabins near lakes and golf courses." Destination golf became an intra-state industry.
Jump to the present, the competition for the Michigan golf dollar is heated. The industry welcomes customers from in and out of state. Golf figures prominently in the state of Michigan's extensive economic development and tourism ad campaign, simply titled 'Pure Michigan'. Historically, Forest Dunes was envisioned as a private club/real estate destination. The bubble bursting pivot forced upon all industries drove their switch from private, to a public destination resort. That pivot also informed a decision to become a multi-course facility. Frisch says: "The Forest Dunes course was a perennial favourite, but the resort also needed to entice people to stay overnight. The Loop has transformed the resort's business into multi-day destination."
With the addition of the short course, it becomes a very sticky overnight. The evolution of destination golf demanded a second course at Forest Dunes. Michigan resident Tom Doak completed the Loop in 2016. It is a festival of thumpy fescue on sand. The routing clandestinely delivers two courses on the same land. This ingenuity becomes increasingly evident the deeper into the round in the opposite direction. It was likely a shock to the system for the Forest Dunes regulars, but a links lover will find the Loop an outstanding destination to prep for a trip to Scotland or Ireland. The conditions are stellar and the resort decision to allow carts has proven a marketing advantage. The Loop is a single 36-hole course. It is an enlightening experience. A round should not be considered complete if only played one way. It is a piece of golf art akin to Beethoven's ninth or Prince's Lovesexy album, where songs don't have individual indexes. Our group was treated to a surprise visit from Loop architect, Tom Doak. After sending an email to alert him of our arrival and inquire what he was up to, he responded, "with interstate travel limited, not much, why?" He hopped in his car for the 1.5-hour trip and graciously joined us for 18 holes of the Loop and riveting nineteenth hole conversation.
With the addition of the Rhebb and Riley short course – starting and finishing by the bar, which has outdoor seating, delivering a gallery effect on the finishing holes – as a destination, Forest Dunes is an interesting combination of something for everybody. My dad would have done laps on the Weiskopf: green, excellently conditioned but moist and pretty with fantastic putting surfaces. I could lap the Loop all day and we would all meet at the short course for a settling of bets followed by a putt off on the putting course. Everybody wins and that is hard to do when some favour opposite conditions.
This article first appeared in the October 2020 issue of Golf Course Architecture. For a printed subscription or free digital edition, please visit our subscriptions page.

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PUMPKIN WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKEWITH GINGERSNAP CRUSTMONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2003 — DESSERT COMPETITIONDanette Randall – Denver, CO — WINNERCRUST: 2 cups gingersnaps whole 6 tablespoons butter 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugarFILLING: Three 8 oz. packages cream cheese room temperature ¾ cup pumpkin ¾ cup melted white chocolate 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla ¼ teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnnamonTOPPING: ½ cup almonds 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons butterPre-heat oven to 350° F.Wrap outside of pan with foil. In processor, grind gingersnaps, add sugar, melted butter and press into 9″ springform pan. Bake 5 to 7 minutes. Take out and keep oven at temperature.Mix cream cheese and sugar in processor until smooth, add the rest of the ingredients and process until completely mixed and smooth.Pour mixture into prepared crust and bake 50 minutes to 1 hour, until cheesecake starts to crack.While cooling, process almonds, butter, and sugar in processor; spread the mixture evenly on cookie sheet and put in oven for 6-7 minutes until it starts to toast. Spread evenly on top of cheesecake and cool 4 to 5 hours. Remove ring of pan and serve.
via The Love Chef Web Site – Recipes – Desserts.
This is the basis of the cake I'm making for Zack's birthday tomorrow.
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Two sentenced in passport, banking scheme
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The U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island Aaron L. Weisman announced that the last of four Nigerian nationals who admitted to charges relating to counterfeiting foreign passports and large-scale bank fraud were sentenced in U.S. District Court in Providence on Feb. 15 and 16.
PROVIDENCE — The U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island Aaron L. Weisman announced that the last of four men who admitted to charges relating to counterfeiting foreign passports and large-scale bank fraud were sentenced in U.S. District Court in Providence over the weekend.
The four men — all Nigerian nationals — admitted to involvement in a scheme to defraud banks in Rhode Island and Massachusetts through the attainment and alteration of "lawfully passed checks between commercial entities," a news release from Weisman's office said. After they were altered, the four used counterfeit passports from Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa to deposit the checks into accounts before being "quickly removed from the accounts prior to the fraud being detected by financial institutions."
According to the news release, $1,267,000 was deposited, of which the quartet was able to successfully obtain $487,000 through withdrawals and debit purchases.
Opeyemi A. Orekan, 28, of North Providence, pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud and fraudulent use of passports on Sept. 22, 2017, after being held in federal custody since April 10 of that year. He was sentenced on Saturday to time served and ordered to pay restitution of $101,286.03 to banks he defrauded. The U.S. Attorney's office also said that he was deported.
Babajide O. Awogbami, 35, was sentenced on Friday, Feb. 15, to 13 months in federal prison and ordered to pay restitution of $488,745.47 to defrauded banks after pleading guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit bank fraud and false use of passports on Nov. 11, 2018. He has been in federal custody since April 10, 2017.
Olugboyega A. Fasanya, 37, of Woonsocket, and Anthony C. Ezike, 37, of Pawtucket, were sentenced on July 27 to 13 months each in federal prison following guilty pleas on charges of conspiracy to commit bank fraud on April 30 and March 8, respectively. Fasanya was ordered to pay restitution of $379,362 and Ezike to pay restitution of $228,730 to banks they defrauded.
Fasanya has also been deported, according to the U.S. Attorney's office.


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In the Art department at Wandle Valley we use a diverse range of materials to create amazing artwork. We like to tailor our programs to focus on individuals passions. Our students are guided by the curriculum and staff to produce aesthetically pleasing art.
http://kids.tate.org.uk
https://www.nga.gov/kids/zone/collagemachine.htm
In drama we play a lot of games. Aside from having fun, we also put these games into a context, exploring WHY we play games and WHAT makes the game dramatically interesting to an audience. Why is it significant to the story or relevant to the character? The building blocks of drama, learning the rules of the game, putting the game into context, re-interpreting the game with new character thoughts and intentions helps us to practice real-life situations, explore moments in history, develop empathy with others and increase confidence as we practice communication skills.
We also have fun with masks, weapons, costumes and over-sized props.
http://dramaresource.com/
http://www.drama-lesson-plans.co.uk/
What we do in English?
Help every student progress in English through a variety of interesting and exciting topics.
KS3 English links:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/z3kw2hv
http://www.educationquizzes.com/ks3/english/
http://www.funenglishgames.com/funstuff.html
Food Education is compulsory for KS1 to KS3 and now includes nutrition.
During the course of the school year we cover hygiene, cooking, cultures, budgeting and nutrition.
We have shared some links you might be interested in.
Sheryl Smith (Teacher)
www.bakingmad.com
www.foodforlife.org.uk
ICT and Computing
To stimulate interest and enjoyment in the study of ICT and Computing.
To ensure that all students have a broad and balanced ICT and Computing curriculum.
To ensure that all students have a programme which progresses from Year 7 to Year 11
At KS3 students follow the new Computing/ICT curriculum. Throughout the course, students will learn the essential elements of ICT that we all need to be able to use in our everyday lives. They will also be introduced to the key underlying concepts of computing such as algorithms.
All students take GCSE entry level in ICT and Business Studies in year 10. They then progress to Cambridge National Level 2 in ICT, which is equivalent to one GCSE at A*, A, B or C.
Grace Ajifoh ICT Coordinator/Teacher
Below are some useful links for revision:
www.bbc.co.uk/education
http://www.thebigproject.co.uk/kids
http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks3/games/
https://scratch.mit.edu/
When every student joins the school, they are quickly assessed for their reading level. This enables the Literacy department to tailor the curriculum to their individual needs and to set Literacy targets for use in all curriculum areas. Some students then receive additional one-to-one reading support, to ensure that they make age appropriate progress. The school currently uses the Read Write Inc. reading scheme, details of which can be found at www.ruthmiskin.com In whole-class Literacy lessons, students cover a range of Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar units, in addition to independent reading and can achieve AQA Unit Award Scheme certificates for their work.
Support videos for parents on how to help with their child's literacy
http://www.ruthmiskin.com/en/resources/tag/videos-for-parents/
Literacy Planet
https://app.literacyplanet.com/login
Literacy games for students
http://www.ictgames.com/literacy.html
More advanced literacy games for students
http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks1/literacy/
General guidance on reading/activities for parents/students
http://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/welcome-back/for-home/reading-owl/at-school
All students attending Wandle Valley Academy will be entered for GCSE mathematics. Pupils will develop the ability to solve problems and to appreciate the relevance of mathematics and how it underpins knowledge of the physical world. This will be achieved through a variety of stimulating approaches, fitness challenges, budgeting for housing, clothing, food, students are encouraged to think how maths can help in everyday life.
https://www.mathletics.com/uk/
www.mymaths.co.uk
www.emaths.co.uk
In the Wooden Spoon music room students learn the fundamentals of music from theory to instrument tuition to performance. Students also get the opportunity to record their own ideas and performances in our very own recording studio. We do have some young aspiring artists DJ's and producers who really enjoy using these facilities.
Our students have taken part in music workshops. Some favourites included the Djembe (African drum) workshop with the Gary Mason foundation and Beat box workshops with UK Beat box Champion MC Zani. The Tuesday lunchtime music club is now in it's third year and continuing to grow. This Easter, all primary students made their own egg shakers.
https://charanga.com/yumu/login
www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/music
www.magicmusictutor.com
musicatschool.co.uk
At Wandle Valley, we recognise that RE subject matter gives particular opportunities to promote an ethos of respect for others, challenge stereotypes and build understanding of other cultures and beliefs. This contributes to promoting a positive and inclusive school ethos that champions democratic values and human rights. For more information, please click here.
Pupils have decorated the laboratory in a modern graffiti style with biology, physics and chemistry themes.
Manufacturing science is a key area in pupils' studies where they have learned techniques to makes cosmetics, electronic gadgets and glass products. Recycling technologies (paper and metal) are also at the core of studies.
For extra home based studies pupils are encouraged to use the web link-
http://www.my-gcsescience.com/
For lesson support in many areas pupils may access educational animated simulations at the web-link.
https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations
Key stage 3 pupils should use the BBC Bitesize science web-site to have extra learning support
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education


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A Tall Tail
Squirrell Hill is home to the best bird dog in the nation, an English pointer named Talisman
It might be on the desolate plains of North Dakota, a lowland plantation in South Carolina or a rolling field in Pennsylvania. Wherever, it doesn't take a first-time bird hunter long to realize the majesty and value of a good English pointer. The indefatigable dog zigzags in a euphoric trance through fields of high stubble, fence rows and tree lines for a whiff of quail or pheasant.
The hunter trails behind on foot or horseback until he spies the motionless dog pointing at a bird. Dismounting behind the dog, the hunter walks, gun up, beyond the pointer until the flushed bird takes flight.
When the shotgun speaks, the dog remains frozen. If aim is true, the bird falls to earth, lost in the muted colors of the fall landscape. On command, the dog leaves his point to search for the fallen prey. He doesn't return until his quarry rests gently in his jaws. Without the dog, the hunter wouldn't find the hiding bird. Without the dog, he might search in vain for the bird he shot. More than the hunt, the festive game meal, and even the glorious fall day, what remains is the memory of the canine athlete.
People in the field trial game have distilled the experience to its essence. When the dog is on point, the "hunter" flushes the bird and fires a blank pistol shot. The thrill isn't the kill. It's brining the dog to the peak of instinct and training.
For Susan and Dr. Roger Duerksen of Squirrel Hill, that peak came earlier this year with Talisman, Susan's three-year-old, liver– and white-colored pointer. The deep-chested 60-pounder won the Kentucky Derby of the field trial world, the National Open Shooting Dog Championship. The victory was reported in the glossy black and white pages of the 131-year-old weekly newspaper, "American Field," which carries the tagline, "The Sportsman's Newspaper of America."
The breed widely acknowledged as the best bird dog in the world traces its origin to the 17th century, when Spanish pointers were mixed with greyhounds for speed, bloodhounds and foxhounds for scent and bull terriers for tenacity. It was perfected by the English and made its way to the U.S. in the early 1800s. The most famous American breeder was the Elhew Kennels with Elhew being the name of Genesee Beer heir Bob Wehle spelled backward. And it was from Wehle that Susan Duerksen purchased her first bitch, 20 years ago.
She had a horse growing up in Carnegie and always loved dogs. Her marriage to Dr. Duerksen, a Midwestern outdoorsman, introduced her to upland game hunting, first with Brittany spaniels and then with pointers. Many dogs later, she bought Talisman, who was sired by Santos Blue Note and "out of" Southbound Sarah. Duerksen bought the 1-year-old for $3,500 because of "A look in his eye." Such looks, she added, can be fleeting, though. And Talisman, who'd had very little training, was far behind his peers. Handler Mike Tracy wondered if he could make the dog a competitor.
In the field trial realm, though, Tracy's pedigree was better than Talisman's. His grandfather, Gerald Tracy, is in the Field Trial Hall of Fame, and his father, George, has won more championships than anyone. The young Tracy was 28 when he took on Talisman. The six-foot native of Glenville, Pa., rose at 5 a.m. every morning to work the dog in his blue jeans, T-shirt and ball cap.
Susan Duerksen described the process: "First, you need to handle puppies constantly. Hold them. Talk to them. Make them feel safe and secure and loved." Then the teaching begins, letting them run and get a sense of independence but always under guidance. Next comes introduction to a seasoned horse who's careful not to step on the young dog. Soon the puppy is running with the horse and learning the commands. "Here" and "Come" are important, but nothing compares with "Whoa." The dog will point on instinct. "Whoa" comes into play when teaching the dog to be "steady to wing and shot." Wing means when the bird flies, and the dog must learn to remain motionless. Likewise, when the gun is fired. Only when the master taps them on the back of the head is the dog released to find the bird.
As with people, success is a matter of breeding, training and luck. Sometimes a young dog becomes gun shy when someone shoots too close. It's also important to have good manners. For instance, no crowding the bird. As soon as he scents a bird, he should go into his point and remain there. Pheasants can be a challenge in that way, because they creep and run around, and a young dog wants to follow
Judging dogs is an art that defies certainty but relies on guidelines, experience and feel. A dog must catch the eye of the judge, make him sit up in his saddle and take notice. The dog must keep his head high. That's not only for looks. Unlike hounds, which follow scents from the ground, Pointers catch a whiff from the air. The tail must be "up and cracking," which appears to mean wagging frantically. The dog should remain in front of the handler, even when the course turns and he is a 1⁄2 mile away. In a trial, handlers follow the dogs. Twenty yards behind the handlers are judges on horseback, and 10 yards behind them are scores of onlookers. A natural front-running dog, which Talisman is, will hear his handler's call and remain in front. Beyond that, it's all about finding birds, keeping points and not tiring.
Under Tracy's tutelage, the sweet-tempered Talisman came along, kept his glint and started winning.
Most competitions last an hour, but the National Open Shooting Dog Championship is a grueling 90 minutes running on sand. One of Duerksen's earlier dogs came close but lost it with three minutes left by "running over a bird." If the dog breaks point, goes after the bird or chases it, it's an immediate DQ. "Pick him up," the judge will say. It happens mainly with young dogs, but even the best can falter.
Part of winning depends on the luck of the draw. In a weeklong trial, your dog may draw a day with rain, hail or snow and not have the same chance as a dog who runs on a mild day when birds are active and scent is in the air. The dogs compete in pairs in what's called a brace. In this year's championship, Talisman's draw wasn't good. The birds fly in the early morning and late afternoon, and Talisman drew the 22nd brace, a mid-afternoon run when the birds were quiet. And the course he drew had shown fewer birds in the trial's first days. To top it off, it rained for all but 10 minutes of Talisman's trial.
He did have a good brace partner, however, a dog named Awesom Rail (sic), and from the start, both caught the judges' eyes as the two searched the sedge fields, pines and blackjack oaks of the grounds in Hoffman, N.C. Rail made the first find. Then Talisman. It was back and forth, with each dog finding two birds. Talisman's finds were perfect.
"Each time, he was real high and tight on both ends," Tracy said. "And with both, there were coveys of quail right off the end of his nose.
"The only difference was the last 10 minutes," Tracy said. "I just had more dog — Talisman just wore Rail out." Only two finds worried Tracy, but he hoped the judges would take into account the ground the dogs covered as well as their points. They did, and Talisman bested the field of 62.
Duerksen was tending a sick dog and couldn't be there, but when she got the call, she cried.
"He's so beautiful on point, he takes your breath away," she later said.
The victory brings a $10,000 purse, which goes to the handler. That amount is about what Duerksen estimates it costs "to campaign" a dog for a year. Her spoils include an oil portrait of the dog, a hand-tooled saddle marking the championship and a .410 shotgun. She's breeding Talisman now, charging $750 for each breeding. She's kept the fees "reasonable," because, she said, "I believe in breeding the best with the best." And not all in the sport have deep pockets. Three litters have been born so far.
A dog might compete for eight or nine years. And for a dog, that means eight or nine years doing what he or she loves. After the days of competition are finished, so is kennel life, Duerksen said, "All the old dogs come home to stay with us."
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He is very considerate and professional. Before he starts, he always try to understand if there is anything specific that buyers or me want to know. He will also help the buyers to understand what inspection is about and how he will conduct it.
He always explain patiently to us what he is doing and what has been found. For first time home buyers, he will give advice on home maintenance which they later found very helpful.
The equipment he uses for inspection is up-to-date as well. He is very experienced and has really good eyes. No matter how perfect the home looks at a glance, he can always find something for us. He is very experienced.
He always carry a portable printer with him and he will print out the summary on site then go over it with us. His same-day report is very detailed and trustworthy as well. I used them to renegotiate and get credit back for my buyers!


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What Kind Of Enterprise Software Will Be Right For Your Business In The Future?
Claus Jepsen
Chief Technology Officer at Unit4, overseeing development of intelligent software for service organizations.
Think for a moment about how organizations are evolving. They all want to be lean, fast and specialized. They're trying to become more adaptable, intelligent and resilient. Wherever you look, it's a pretty consistent pattern.
Now, think about the main trends in enterprise software. It seems to be evolving in 20 directions at once: AI, ML, SaaS, PaaS—it feels like you're drowning in alphabet soup. Even when you spot a recognizable word like "cloud," there are half a dozen different flavors.
How can you make sense of it all? Software buyers need to understand all the factors, decide which matter most and check that the software they're considering has them. I've included a checklist below to help you do this.
For me, though, as CTO of an enterprise software company, it's slightly different. I have to understand all of these options in order to decide which way to steer our software development program. In this article, I'm sharing what I've decided to do for my purposes in the hope that it will help you make software choices that are right for your business.
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How Is Enterprise Software Evolving?
In my mind, there are five categories of trends in enterprise software.
1. Platform trends. Enterprise software is moving to the cloud for reasons of accessibility, resilience and scalability. The trend is also to distribute different parts of the software across multiple locations (data center, public cloud and user devices).
Vendors are building software out of ready-made blocks of functionality called microservices and allowing them to interact with other software using universal connectors called APIs. They're also breaking down huge software suites into task-specific chunks that just give the user what they need to do their job.
2. Trends in intelligence. Business software firms are increasingly using AI to improve user experience by automating repetitive processes and spotting patterns in how users behave in order to plan improvements to the software. AI can also automatically create little bits of contextually relevant software in the moment to capture missing information, for example.
Vendors are also introducing natural language interfaces into their software. A Constellation Research report confirms that "customers expect the ability to use voice as an interface as much as they use touch and gestures."
3. The software ecosystem. Enterprise software normally comes as a suite that covers all the main business functions like finance, people, purchasing and project management. These days, people want their enterprise software to work with (and be as easy to use as) major collaboration platforms like Teams or Slack.
Increasingly, vendors are offering industry-specific software, with industry best practices encoded into ready-to-use modules. The Constellation Research report points out that "customers expect their cloud-based ERP solution to deliver on deep industry vertical functionality."
4. Extensibility. Many industries still use specialist software, like the fundraising systems found in the nonprofit sector, and enterprise software needs to be easily extensible to such systems. The Constellation report adds that "customers also expect their ERP vendor to provide integration support for adjacent solutions in the ecosystem."
Despite all the vendors' efforts to make their standard products as customized as possible, some organizations still need to develop their own bespoke applications on top of the vendors' platforms. Vendors need to provide extension toolkits to enable them to do this.
5. Business issues. Beyond industry specialization, some enterprise software vendors are also specializing in providing organizations of a particular size with software that is neither too simplistic nor overly complex for their level of maturity.
Last, but certainly not least, software buyers are placing more importance on the cultural fit between their organizations and the software vendor. Some peer review sites even produce rankings on the "emotional footprint" of ERP vendors.
The Enterprise Software Buyer's 11-Point Checklist
Here's my advice for what to look for in enterprise software to help ensure it will be right for your business in the future.
1. Can you place the software wherever you like (on-premise, in private and public clouds or at the edge)?
2. Does it have a modular structure? Is it built from microservices and connected via APIs?
3. Does it offer task-specific apps that people can put on their mobile devices?
4. Does it include AI to automate mundane tasks and continuously improve user experience?
5. Can you talk to it in natural language?
6. Does it come as part of an integrated suite of software that handles all the main business functions?
7. Can you easily connect it to other business software that you use in your industry?
8. Does it work with major collaboration platforms like Teams or Slack, and does it feel as intuitive to use?
9. Is it tailored to your industry sector, and does it come with industry-specific business processes out of the box?
10. Is the software the "right size" for your business—not too big and not too small?
11. And don't underestimate this one: Is there a good cultural fit between your organization and the vendor?
Predicting the future has never been easy; these days, it's virtually impossible. The only way to prepare for it is to be prepared for anything. That means having the flexibility to change quickly, cheaply and easily. In the end, the sort of enterprise software that'll be right for your business in the future is probably the sort that's most easily adaptable.


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YDR Editorial Board
In 2016, YDR's editorial board caught up with Gov. Tom Wolf to talk about the first half of his term in office. At one point, we asked him what grade he would give himself.
"I'm a hard grader," he said. "Maybe a B or C."
At the time, the governor and the Republican-controlled Legislature were feuding like the Hatfields and the McCoys. Budget impasses dragged on interminably. It was open political war.
Our editorial board was a hard grader, too. We gave him a midterm C. Mainly because he couldn't find ways to reach reasonable compromises with a recalcitrant Legislature. That wasn't to say he wasn't correct in many of the areas of disagreement. But he wasn't effective.
Now we're at the end of the semester, and he's facing a final grade from voters.
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We recently met with the governor and asked again what grade he would give himself.
"I would give myself a good grade," he said.
How good? Do you mean a B or a C?
"A good grade."
He wouldn't come right out and say it, but it seems like he's giving himself an A.
That stands to reason. He's running for re-election. And indeed, he has brought his grade up significantly since the midterm.
We'd give him an A-.
The state's finances are in much better shape. He can point to improvements in government efficiency. His administration is super ethical compared to previous regimes (gift bans, etc.). The state's absurd liquor system has been reformed (though it really should be privatized). We now have medical marijuana.
Yes, things have improved in Pennsylvania – and they've happened under Mr. Wolf's watch.
But you'd never guess that if you listened to his opponent, fellow York countian Scott Wagner, who depicts the state as a hellish wasteland of overregulation and out-of-control spending.
He's right, of course, that things could be better. But they ARE better under Gov. Wolf.
And if we had to give Mr. Wagner a grade?
As a legislator, he wouldn't even get a grade. He's a dropout, having quit on his constituents to run for governor (he dropped out of community college, too, by the way). At best, he would get an "Incomplete."
(As an aside, it was appalling to see Mr. Wagner blaming Gov. Wolf for the Legislature's failure to pass reforms recommended by the Catholic Church grand jury. Um, it was the Senate that stood in the way of the reforms – and he quit the Senate. Where was his leadership when we really needed it?)
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Yes, Mr. Wagner has had a meteoric rise since being the first legislative write-in winner in state history. Yes, he makes some good points about government spending and efficiency.
But has he been effective in passing reforms?
There is not a piece of major legislation he can take credit for as a prime sponsor that made its way into law.
Mostly, he's just been a windbag and a bully.
This style has worked surprisingly well for Donald Trump in gaining election. That's not what we want to see in a governor, though.
Shaking things up is one thing, but doing a Facebook live video in which he threatened the governor with a golf-spike stomping? That's beyond the pale. And it's just the tip of the intemperate iceberg for Mr. Wagner – who has made a political career of saying and doing ill-advised things.
He gets at best a C- as a candidate. This cut-rate Trump is just not governor material.
Gov. Wolf still has room for improvement, but he's done a good job in a very difficult political climate.
He should be re-elected.
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About Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York
Catholic Charities helps solve the problems of New Yorkers in need — non-Catholics and Catholics alike. We rebuild lives and touch almost every human need promptly, locally, day in and day out, always with compassion and dignity. Catholic Charities helps your neighbors, as you would like to be helped if your family were in need.
Our Volunteer Program Vision
At Catholic Charities we are dedicated to providing our volunteers with a high-quality volunteer experience. As part of our commitment to help vulnerable New Yorkers, non-Catholic and Catholic alike, Catholic Charities sees an organization where volunteers work as partners on all levels, and where their contributions are embraced, valued and recognized
To that end, our volunteers are essential in working with staff in delivering Catholic Charities' mission to deliver, coordinate and advocate for quality human services and programs.
Through technology and trained staff, we strive to provide a more innovative approach to volunteer management in which we will aspire to provide professionally managed, flexible and diverse opportunities.
Review our annual report here: Annual Report 2020 in the midst of Covid19
400 K Individuals Served in any given year
60+ Catholic Charities Agencies
8 million meals provided
5 million distributed in emergency cash assistance
87K Youth served in our children and youth programs
90 K telehealth sessions
Catholic Charities Mission at Work
Since 1917, Catholic Charities of New York and its Federation of Agencies have been supporting vulnerable New Yorkers by:
Protecting & Nurturing Children & Youth
87,000 served, $379 million in services
Services include daycare, foster care, adoption, camping, sports and after-school activities, community centers and preventative services.
Feeding the Hungry & Sheltering the Homeless
142,000 served, $84 million in services
Services include community kitchens, regular and pop-up pantries, home-delivered meals, emergency shelters, temporary and transitional residences, permanent affordable housing, and eviction prevention.
Strengthening Families & Resolving Crisis
178,000 served, $116 million in services
Services include information and referral, coordinating services, counseling, financial assistance, maternity services and job readiness and placement.
Supporting the Physically & Emotionally Challenged
Services include supportive housing for the mentally ill, counseling, residences for those with special needs and disabilities, early intervention, special education, and prevention and treatment services.
Welcoming and Integrating Immigrants & Refugees
46,000 served, $20 million in services
Services include reuniting families, teaching English and civics, obtaining work authorization and finding jobs, preventing exploitation, and supporting unaccompanied youth
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Q: Youtube-dl - different config file for video & audio? Is it possible to pass a specific config file to youtube-dl without writing all
arguments in command line?
Right now I'm using AHK to input in PowerShell for video
youtube-dl.exe -o '%(playlist_index)s. %(title)s.%(ext)s' -i -f mp4 --write-sub --sub-lang en --yes-playlist ''

and for audio
youtube-dl.exe --extract-audio --audio-format mp3 --audio-quality 0 ''

Today I wrote the config file in ...Roaming\youtube-dl\config.txt using
video arguments. But sometimes I want to download only the audio format, sometimes I wonder if there is a way to have 2 config.txt files one for audio and one for video.

A: I wonder if there is a way to have 2 config.txt files one for audio and one for video?
You can use the --config-location option and have 2 different files, for example video.cfg and audio.cfg. Make sure you specify the full path to the file:
--config-location PATH               Location of the configuration file;
                                     either the path to the config or its
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Build California celebrates first anniversary
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The Associated General Contractors of California (AGC) and the AGC Construction Education Foundation say they are proud to announce the one-year anniversary of the Build California Initiative.
Build California was launched in response to industry concerns around a sustained pipeline of qualified craft workers in future generations, the organizations said in a statement on Sept. 18.
"It is a comprehensive workforce development initiative created to inspire, engage, and activate the next generation of California's construction workforce. Since its launch, Build California has been successful in informing and inspiring a new generation of construction professionals using a robust mix of outreach and programmatic efforts to engage and activate California's 12 to 24-year old's in ways the industry has never seen. To date, Build California has reached more than 4.4 million people with the rallying call — you, too, can Build A Legacy™ in today's construction industry."
During the last 12 months, these efforts have made strides in preparing future construction professionals for their careers and, ultimately, transforming perceptions about the industry as a whole.
Here are a few of the biggest wins in the past year, the associations say.
Coalition Building: With a diverse network of organizations — from AGC members, public agencies, private owners, associations, unions, apprenticeship programs, non-profits, and more — the coalition provides the voice to support our industry. All of the organizations in the coalition are united by the need for this initiative and are working together to get it done. With a vast network of more than 30 organizations, Build California is able to amplify and build influence within all corners of the industry. The initiative has introduced coalition members to eager, young audiences with more than 50 social media features, garnering thousands of impressions through livestream social media events.
School Partnerships: Through this partnership with school districts across the state, Build California is connecting directly with eager students that can be apprenticeship ready as soon as they are able to enter the workforce. This brings awareness to action by providing resources at school activation events that include live demos, virtual competitions, and more, and 24 events have been hosted so far. The initiative is a resource for educators and parents alike as they navigate distanced learning. Build California will continue to build relationships with schools across California and has already reached more than 3,700 students to date.
Ambassador Program: Build California recently launched its ambassador program. To date, the initiative has trained more than 45 construction professionals in virtual presentation techniques and the Build California brand. This diverse volunteer team of ambassadors will work in tandem with the AGC outreach staff to spread the word about the benefits and opportunities available in the industry. They will serve as the face of the industry by providing mentorship and lived experience to tell the story of construction. This type of endeavor is only as powerful as the industry partners that participate, and Build California is empowering industry professionals to share their passion with new audiences for years to come.
#IYouWe Series: The #IYouWe Instagram Live series is revolutionizing the industry to champion diversity, inclusion, and equity like never before. It's reaching people where they are, using digital platforms to meaningfully engage them about topics that have been pushed aside for too long. Using the momentum of online conversations surrounding topics like "Allyship in Construction" and providing a platform for Black leaders in the industry to speak, #IYouWe opens the dialogue on issues that will shape the industry for California's next generation. To date, the #IYouWe series has garnered more than 14.5 thousand impressions and continues to be a major driver of engagement among Build California audiences.
"The only missing piece to a successful career in the trades was exposure, but the construction industry has found a champion in Build California," said Josh Raper, regional manager, Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters. "Their team has created an information pipeline to a much-needed future workforce through tech and outreach. This group has improved the industry and changed people's lives through good paying jobs and for that we thank you."
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4 USB ports, but then again you loose two on the laptop when you plug it in… so in reality, you only get one more!
NO Power Supply!!! Wow, Sony is really getting cheap. Go figure they even go as far as calling it a Business Port Replicator in some places. So add on the price of a power supply.
No extra firewire ports! Hello!!!
Don't get me wrong, I'm very satisfied with my A-Series VAIO laptop, but as far as accessories goes, they are horrible, don't waste your money and time checking them out. First of all, all pictures of the port replicator on the various retail sites including Sony's are actually pictures of the A/V Docking Station, so don't get fooled by the retailers. You will not be getting a tuner, in/out audio/video, only out audio/video.
Also note that it appears to be impossible to purchase the A/V Docking station, I've searched everywhere and no one seems to have one. However all the reviews done on the net seem to mention that this is the port replicator, I guess at the end of the day, it only comes out to impressing the readers.
I learnt the hard way, I know not to buy any accessories from them. Just laptops as for that I'm satisfied with. Unless you need an extra USB port with a DVI port for a DVI monitor. But remember that depending on your needs, you will also have to add the a power supply unless you keep both the port replicator and power supply always at home… which doesn't make it much of a portable in my opinion.


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Pakistan: 2 killed in Kohat blast
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Kohat, July 11: At least two people were killed in a bomb blast in Pakistan's Kohat city on Thursday, reports said.
Several others were injured in the blast that took place near a mosque.
"Between four to five kilograms of explosive material was used in the bomb. I can confirm the death of two people and seven people were injured," Kohat District Police Officer Dilawar Bangash told Dawn News.
Two nearby shops were reportedly damaged in the blast.
No militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.


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Editorial: Phoenix Project shows ability to…
Editorial: Phoenix Project shows ability to create meaningful systematic change
Joshua Garrard credits the Phoenix Project in helping him rebound from his past. The nonprofit based in Marin City helps adults on supervised probation. (Alan Dep/Marin Independent Journal)
By Marin IJ Editorial Board |
The successes of the Phoenix Project, a county initiative aimed at steering Marin City youth and young adults away from crime, is well worth celebrating.
Since it was launched in 2009, the program's success has been evident in the steady and impressive decrease in the number of residents on supervised probation and at-risk youth referred to the county Probation Department.
One example is that the number of adults in Marin City on supervised probation has dropped from 140 in 2011 to 24 in 2020, according to a report by Catchafire, a New York-based organization that pairs professionals interested in volunteering their time and expertise with nonprofits. Just as impressive, the report shows that the number of Marin City juveniles referred to the county Probation Department dropped from 85 in 2010 to four people in 2020.
Those numbers are heading in the right direction – away from crime.
The number of Marin City kids serving stints in the county Juvenile Hall also has declined in recent years.
The goal of the Phoenix Project is to help young people use mentorships, job counseling, training and other life-skills to help redirect their lives out of the criminal justice system for good.
It is an uphill climb, but the Phoenix Project has built a reputation of providing needed help, from renewing a suspended driver's license to a job, even housing.
County probation chief Marlon Washington says the Phoenix Project's steady progress has been the result of Marin City residents "getting behind wanting this change."
Performing Stars of Marin founder and Marin City resident Felecia Gaston, a former member of the IJ editorial board, is credited with providing the strong leadership that has increased community support for the program and changed people's lives.
She knows local families, local kids, the neighborhood and the community's challenges. She also has built a strong network of countywide support that recognizes the life-changing goal and success of the project.
In many cases, helping clients find and keep a stable job and housing instead of "hanging around all day," as one Phoenix Project graduate put it, makes a big difference in turning their lives around.
Marin City's Phoenix Project celebrates track record of mentorship
Since its start, 300 men and 75 women from Marin City and in Southern Marin have gotten help from the program.
For Gaston, it's about changing the stereotype of Marin City residents, both inside and out. It's about helping make opportunities available and helping people build lives without getting caught up in the net of criminal behavior and the criminal justice system.
Phoenix Project's growing list of success stories has strengthened and reinforced support in the county courthouse, where there has been strong backing of such preventative programs.
Getting people involved in the initiative and building a network of mentors and supporters has built the program's success. The Catchafire report details the Phoenix Project's impressive track record in providing help to people and making a big difference in the community.
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The City University of New York (CUNY) system is the public university system of New York City.  CUNY consists of 11 senior colleges, 7 community colleges,1 honors college and 7 postgraduate institutions. , CUNY is the United States' largest urban public university, with an enrollment of over 274,000 students.

CUNY and the State University of New York (SUNY) are different university systems, despite the fact that both are public institutions that receive funding from the state of New York. The 64 SUNY and 25 CUNY campus institutions are part of University of the State of New York (USNY). USNY is the governmental umbrella organization for most education-related institutions and many education-related personnel (both public and private) in the state of New York, and which includes, as a component, the New York State Education Department.

All of these schools are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, in addition to other program-specific accreditations held by individual campuses, such as Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

History

CUNY's history dates back to the formation of the Free Academy in 1847 by Townsend Harris. The school was fashioned as "a Free Academy for the purpose of extending the benefits of education gratuitously to persons who have been pupils in the common schools of the … city and county of New York". The Free Academy later became the City College of New York, the oldest institution among the CUNY colleges. From this grew a system of seven senior colleges, four hybrid schools, six community colleges, as well as graduate schools and professional programs. CUNY was established in 1961 as the umbrella institution encompassing the municipal colleges and a new graduate school.

Over the years, the configuration of the institutions of CUNY has changed.  The current College of Staten Island, the largest CUNY school by land area, is the result of a merger between Richmond College (upper-division college founded in 1965) and Staten Island Community College (lower-division college founded in 1955).  Lehman College was formerly a branch campus of Hunter College that was known as Hunter-in-the-Bronx.

The City College is the oldest institution of CUNY, having been founded in 1847. Established in 2018, the School of Labor and Urban Studies is the newest addition to the University.

Institutions

Notes
  Each college's founding year is linked to the category of all schools founded in that year
  Enrollment and Gender ratio data not provided for these units.

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Cary, N.C. - V Foundation CEO Nick Valvano will present the 2005 V Foundation Comeback Award to University of Washington senior Kayla Burt on Sunday prior to the Washington vs. Washington State women's basketball game at Bank of America Arena in Seattle. Tip-off is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. The award is given annually by The V Foundation for Cancer Research in partnership with ESPN.. While the award was announced last spring, the actual presentation was delayed because of scheduling conflicts last April.
The Comeback Award is open to men and women collegiate basketball student-athletes in all NCAA divisions. It is awarded to an individual or a team who has accomplished a personal triumph in the face of true adversity, be it in health, life or moral dilemma. The award is presented in memory of Jim Valvano, the late basketball coach and ESPN commentator, whose personal battle with cancer inspired the creation of The V Foundation. In his memorable speech at ESPN's inaugural ESPY Awards announcing the creation of The V Foundation, Valvano's 'Don't Give Up. . .Don't Ever Give Up!'® motto created a legacy from which the Comeback Award has been created.
Burt demonstrated great strength and determination in her return to college basketball last season after suffering a cardiac arrest on New Year's Eve, 2002. The redshirt junior, who was initially kept alive by quick-thinking teammates who performed CPR, was in a coma for 15 hours following her cardiac arrest. She was diagnosed with Long QT Syndrome, a rare genetic heart condition, and a defibrillator was implanted in her chest. Burt, who was told her basketball career was over, served as a student assistant for her team for a year and a half.
During that time, Burt visited the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Minnesota in an attempt to better understand Long QT Syndrome. There she was told she did not have the heart condition, which opened the door to the possibility of returning to basketball. Over the next few months she consulted with doctors and underwent numerous tests. She talked with her parents, Ken and Teri. On August 17, 2004, she was granted permission by the University of Washington to rejoin her team.
The Arlington, Wash., native returned to the court for the 2004-05 season, starting 16 of the 29 games in which she played. A team captain, Burt led Washington with 9.6 points and 2.9 assists per game while ranking second on the squad with 1.5 steals per contest.
More than 50 student-athletes were nominated by their institutions for the 2005 V Foundation Comeback Award. A sub-committee of The V Foundation Board of Directors selected Burt from 17 finalists, all of whom had compelling come-back stories of their own.
Past recipients of the award are Purdue's Katie Douglas (2001), Western Michigan's Kristin Koetsier (2002), Arizona State's Justin Allen (2003) and Texas' Jamie Carey (2004).
The 2005 finalists were: Chante Bonds, Bentley College; Kayla Burt, University of Washington; Darren Cooper, University of Portland; Grant Dykstra, Western Washington University; the Florida State University women's basketball team; Cisti Greenwalt, Texas Tech University; Jeff Hemschoot, Fairleigh Dickinson University -Florham; Bernard Jackson, College of Charleston; Will Kimble, University of Texas - El Paso; Marsha Kinder, Bridgewater College; Brittney Kroon, Seattle Pacific University; Tyler McKinney, Creighton University; James Roberson, Bemidji State University; Sheray Thomas, University of Kentucky; Nicole Vlajkovich, Bethany College; Larry Welton, Aurora University; Amber Wheeler, Southwest Baptist University; and Kitus Witherspoon, Arkansas State University.


Big Show comes out and says everyone has to answer for their actions at some point, and he wants to have an honest and open discussion. He says his patriotism might have got the best of him, and he shouldn't have pulled down the Russian flag, because they'd be pissed if someone did it to the American flag. Show says he generally likes the Russian people he meets, and he can't take back his actions, but what he can do is sincerely apologize to any Russians he offended.
Rusev and Lana cut him off, and Lana says Show owes Rusev a personal apology, but Show says he doesn't owe either one of them anything. Rusev runs Show down and says he spit in their faces and on the Russian flag with his actions, then Rusev beats him with the flag pole and kicks him in the face. Rusev taunts the crowd but Show gets up and is enraged, so Rusev backs away and leaves while Show dares him to come back and fight.


Win Tickets to Galactic at the El Rey Theatre on Thursday!
We're giving away a pair of tickets to go see Galactic at the El Rey Theatre this Thursday, March 4. The last time I saw them was a while back at the Jazz Festival in their home of New Orleans. These guys bring on the funk bombs, with some sweet brass and jazz that will get your body movin' to their out-of-this-world sound. Very fun stuff!
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Is Planning Travel Ahead Passé?
It used to be that planning ahead was the only way to book a holiday, however, recent polls and reports have showed a significant increase in booking last minute. With an ever-increasing pace of life in today's society, people can't predict what they will be doing in the coming weeks, never mind whether their schedule is free for a holiday in six to twelve months. In a world where holidays can be booked at the click of a button, has planning to travel ahead become passé?
What are the advantages of booking a last minute holiday?
When a deal opens up for upcoming departures, it can really pay to jump on the opportunity—discounts for late-booked travel can be significant. Moreover, there are plenty of ways to travel that work well with the last-minute ethos, like taking a city break or exploring within the UK.
You can also shed a lot of the worrying that comes with advance planning. Spontaneous trips are often the most enjoyable, as you don't get bogged down with the details and worries that booking in advance can bring.
Are more people really booking last minute holidays?
The BDRC Continental Holiday Trends Report 2014 seen significant changes in the way people are booking their getaways compared to in past years. The percentage of those who are likely to book their holiday less than a month before departure rose from 7% to 11%, and those booking a month before departure rose from 11% to 14%.
They also found that the average time between booking and departure had dropped. In 2012 and 2013, the mean time was 3.9 months. However, in 2014, this dropped to 3.6 months. The figures prove that more and more people are deciding to book later.
Are last minute holidays cheaper than booking in advance?
There is much debate over the price differences between booking ahead and booking last minute. Flight prices can fluctuate immensely depending on how many seats travel operators have available on their flights. This can mean booking weeks rather than months before departure is more beneficial.
The rise in popularity of last minute holidays has also meant a change in the behaviour of travel operators. Weekend city breaks are becoming much more popular than beach resorts. ABTA found in their Travel Trends Report 2015 that 43% of people were planning a city break compared to 42% planning a longer beach holiday. Due to this, travel companies are offering better deals on weekend, short-stay and last minute breaks as opposed to the traditional fortnight away.
Many people still do choose to book ahead in fear that, if they wait, prices will rise. However, recent trends show that more and more people are being spontaneous and choosing a late deal. It seems that planning to travel ahead is a trend of the past, and booking last minute is the future.
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About Gladstone
As part of the Kansas City metropolitan area, Gladstone is a highly affordable community popular with seniors and young families. Just 10 minutes from downtown Kansas City, it offers many buildings and destinations of historical significance. Thanks to numerous community programs, venues and outdoor spaces, you can enjoy an active, social lifestyle in Gladstone.
Living in Gladstone
The National Civic League gave Gladstone an All-America City Award in 2008, citing its focus on innovation, inclusion and collaboration as one of the primary reasons. Thanks to low tax rates and excellent community services, Gladstone consistently offers residents a safe and practical place to call home. Low crime rates help boost Gladstone's appeal as well, especially for young families and seniors.
Although Gladstone is considered small in comparison to nearby Kansas City, it doesn't skimp on the amenities. You'll find plenty of shopping and dining destinations as well as grocery stores, gyms and public parks. If you find yourself looking for big-city entertainment, you can always drive to Kansas City in less than 20 minutes.
Winters can get cold in Gladstone, but the weather is far milder than the cities and towns you find farther north. You can expect summer temperatures in the 80s and winters in the 30s and 40s.
The History of Gladstone
The Kansas City area's history began in 1821 when Missouri entered the Union as the 24th state. A Frenchman named Francois Chouteau rebuilt the town after a flood destroyed much of its structures in 1826, and several of the other families who settled the area were also from France.
The railroad introduced new economic opportunities for the area, though river shipments remained a popular way to transport goods to other parts of the United States. Kansas City itself covers more than 300 square miles thanks to its repeated annexation of neighboring cities and towns, but Gladstone remains its own independent city.
Gladstone Schools
North Kansas City School District serves Gladstone schools. Special programs offered by the district include pre-kindergarten classes, gifted and Advanced Placement courses, and before- and after-school care programs.
Resources for Moving to Gladstone
As you get ready for your move to Gladstone, you might find the following information useful:
Utilities: Kansas City Power & Light is the city's electricity supplier. The city utilities department manages water and sewer services.
Garbage and Recycling: The city offers a recycling drop-off center, as well as an annual beautification event that provides free drop-off of household waste.
Transportation: The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority provides public transportation options in Gladstone and many neighboring cities.
Gladstone Housing
In the Gladstone housing market, you can find suburban single-family homes, apartments, condos and other housing options as well as senior living facilities. Like many Missouri communities, Gladstone is an extremely affordable place to live. The median home price is significantly lower than the national average, which is a factor in attracting new residents to the area.


The suspect is seen at the Seret Vizhnitz synagogue located at 4811 13th Avenue October 8.
New York - Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez today announced that a 50-year-old Brooklyn man was arraigned on two separate indictments for allegedly committing a string of six burglaries in Borough Park in September and October 2018, including breaking into two synagogues and a religious school.
•	On September 15, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized a commercial establishment located at 4520 18 Avenue.
•	On September 25, 2018, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized the Kedishas Aharon Synagogue located at 1350 39th Street and stole two silver crowns used in religious services.
•	On September 25, 2018, at approximately 2:20 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized a commercial establishment located at 4605 13th Avenue.
•	On October 7, 2018, at approximately 1:22 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized Gan Yisroel School, located at 3909 15th Avenue.
•	On October 8, 2018, at approximately 4:20 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized the Seret Wiznitz Synagogue, located at 4811 13th Avenue.
•	On October 21, 2018, at approximately 4:25 a.m., the defendant allegedly burglarized a commercial establishment located at 4724 18th Avenue.
The defendant was arrested on October 23, 2018, after the New York City Police Department's Facial Recognition Program identified him as a possible suspect.
Following his arrest, he allegedly identified himself on video surveillance taken from the crime scenes and told the police where the religious items could be located.
sounds like a latino, probably illegal therefore the Latino gonzalez will let him go.
Well, at least he's very quiet when he goes to shul!
You obviously haven't been reading the postings of Triumphinwhitehouse. He has an amazing knack for moronic comments.
obviously this goniff is not antisemitic; he likes Jewish shuls!


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This week we wrapped up the athletics unit in grade 5.
They were asked to try different track and field events on their own first, then work with a partner.
Partners will be the same for the entire unit. Learners knew that they had to work together and be knowledgeable so they could coach each other.
During the unit, they were exposed to different events and had to step out of their confidence zone while performing some of those events. They realized that they were being risk-takers.
Apart from practicing different techniques and reflecting on their own learning through the unit, learners filmed each other as they performed a couple of chosen events they wanted to improve. In order to make learning meaningful and visible, we used an app called Hudl Technique that provides video review and performance analysis tools for athletes at different levels.
After recording each other, students analyzed the videos by watching them in slow mode and giving constructive feedback to help their partners improve their individual techniques.
During the whole unit, students reflected on own improvement, sharing small wins with partners or the whole group, or just having a minute to think independently about own practice and effort.
They were given a single point rubric at the beginning of the unit and they got the very same one at the end. Students could see how they improved throughout the unit or not and think why was that.
At the end of the unit, students wrote a thoughtful reflection and posted it on their individual learning blogs. In addition, they embedded into the blog their athletics videos with the coaching points from their partners.
This unit was student-centered. Since the beginning of the unit, students were in charge of their own learning, challenging themselves and their partners and becoming more knowledgeable and reflective about their practice and use of their time.
This unit also helped students to get ready for the YAPP ( Young Athletes of Phnom Penh) Athletics Sports Day as well as for the G2-5 Sports Day.
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For the first few posts I will discuss Fixed Costs versus Variable Costs. To define the terms, fixed costs are those that come due regardless of what income you receive. A mortgage is a fixed cost. If you lose your job, the mortgage payment still must be paid. Income taxes are variable costs – no income, no income tax.
Many, many years ago I got promoted and moved from the Boston area to the greater NYC area. While in Boston, I started a night school MBA program at Boston University. For a variety of reasons I couldn't finish the program in New York. I decided I wanted to return to BU full-time for one year and finish my MBA. Great in theory, but could I afford it?
Each year I developed and followed decent budgets. Even with two growing children and a stay-at-home wife, we spent less than we earned. We knew we had to save for the kids' college and our retirement.
With the idea of taking a year's leave of absence, I developed a budget assuming $0 income. On the expense side I deleted all variable costs – those we could forgo for the year. I was shocked to discover that my fixed expenses were considerably higher than my gross earnings had been before my move from Boston four years earlier. How did that happen?
We bought a more expensive house, so the mortgage, real estate taxes, insurance premiums and upkeep all increased.
We traded in two older cars for newer cars. We paid cash, but auto insurance costs grew significantly.
We had two children, who thought they should eat and have clothes and go to the doctor.
We enrolled the older child in pre-school, which we now thought of as a necessity.
It's not that we couldn't afford each of those decisions, but each came with fixed costs attached, and over time the fixed costs added up. Fortunately, my company offered me part-time employment while I studied in Boston, which also covered medical insurance. That was enough to make the deal affordable without taking out student loans.
I was certainly fortunate to be able to go to school without going into debt, but I had learned an important lesson from the exercise. From that point on I made sure I understood not only the short-term implications of every buying decision, but the long-term ramifications.


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Keokuk men charged with sex crimes
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MACOMB, Ill. - Two Keokuk men have been charged in connection with an alleged sexual assault that occurred last weekend at an apartment complex in Macomb, Ill.
Aaron R. Zetterlund, 22, is charged with criminal sexual assault, a class 1 felony. His bond was set at $150,000.
The second man, Ethan P. Deyo, 22, is charged with unauthorized video recording and live video transmission of the alleged assault, a class A misdemeanor. His bond was set at $500.
The McDonough County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday both men had bonded out of jail and no longer were in custody.
Both men are students at Western Illinois University, school officials said.
Authorities said the incident occurred early Saturday morning at the Turnberry Village Apartments. Police said others were present when the incident allegedly occurred and intervened.
Zetterlund was taken into custody Tuesday evening. Deyo surrendered to authorities Wednesday.
Police did not release the name or age of the victim.
A spokesman for WIU said Zetterlund is a senior music major. Zetterlund won a Tri-State Idol singing competition last July. The win guaranteed him an audition with "American Idol" producers in Chicago.
Deyo is a law enforcement and justice administration major at WIU.
No trial date has been set for either man.


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Neil Perry. Photo Credit – Glamorgan Cricket Archives.
Neil Perry, a left-arm spinner, played for Glamorgan between 1979 and 1981.
The Sutton-born spinner had first played for Surrey 2nd XI during 1974, before spending a couple of years on the MCC groundstaff at Lord's. In 1978 he had trials with Surrey and Essex, besides appearing for DH Robins' XI against Cambridge University at Eastbourne.
He joined Glamorgan in 1979 and made his first-class debut against the Sri Lankans at Swansea in 1979. He also played against the Indians a fortnight later at the same venue, besides appearing in four Championship matches, but over the course of the next two seasons Neil failed to command a regular place in the 1st XI and was released at the end of the 1981 season having made a solitary Championship appearance that summer.
PERRY, Neil James
Born – Sutton, Surrey, 27th May 1958.
In first-class cricket – 6 v Warwickshire at Edgbaston, 1980; 3/51 v Indians at Swansea, 1979.
First-class 13 12 4 19 2.37 – – 9 –
Neil Perry's career batting record for Glamorgan.
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Neil Perry's career bowling record for Glamorgan.


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That pretty much captures the "big things" that I can think of off the top of my head, which must occur alongside the "little" things that are just part of day to day school. For me, what sometimes gets lost during hectic times like this is dedicated time for reflection. If you also have trouble staying focused and dedicating time for reflection during this busy season, read on and maybe this will be beneficial to you, too!
So right away you can see where he prompts the reader to think about some ways to stay focused during this busy time. For example, he asks, "What do you do differently in the busy spring months to balance your workload and maintain visibility…"? What a great question to reflect on!
So when I think about balancing my workload, I think about organization first. I guess I think about that first because the more organized I can be, the more efficient I am. Last year, for example, I had a white board installed on one wall which I use when arranging and rearranging testing groups during spring testing. I like it because, at a glance, I can look and see timelines approaching as well as who I have assigned to do what, and when. I also like to section off various places in my office for the different tasks that are going on simultaneously during this time. For example, the "cart" on the long wall is for turning in benchmark materials, making it easy for me to wheel it down to the testing room when I am ready to scan and put away this material.
One of the interesting questions asked in the book was about support staff and what we do to recognize them and lift them up during this particularly busy time. Good question! One that I need to spend some time thinking about. Little things make a big difference.
I also find that stopping and writing on this blog is a MAJOR way that I reflect, maintain balance and stay focused. I have a lot of entries that are not even published yet because I have not done any editing or revising to them— and they may never be published here. Still, writing is always a great way for me personally to keep focused, stay clear-headed, and reflect.
This book is really pretty cool and I like that it provides some reflection and brainstorming structure. I am once again reminded of the importance of making time to just be with my own thoughts, capture my ideas, and find balance in my busy days. Sometimes the things we think we have no time for, might actually be some of the most important things.
Jorgenson, Olaf. A Reflective Planning Journal for School Leaders. Thousand Oaks: Corwin, 2008. Print.
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THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER Season 2 Will Have Faster Pace and Bigger Battles
By FizX on December 22, 2022@fizx
The first season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power was insanely good, and I absolutely loved it. As a fan of the show, I've been very interested in what's in store for Season 2, and according to Vernon Sanders, Head of Global TV for Amazon Studios, they are taking things to the next level with the next phase of the story.
In a recent interview with Deadline, Sanders teased what we can expect from Season 2, which is now filming, and it involves ramping up the speed of storytelling and the size of battle scenes. When asked about how the production of Season 2 was going, he said:
"It's going great. Season 1 had so much establishing to do that we now get to have the fun of seeing the story ramp up as Sauron is revealed. And I think audiences can look forward to a show that, while it feels true to itself, feels like the stakes are ever higher and now that the rings are in play, seeing what they can do and seeing how the various factions within the world deal with those implications. I think it's going to be really compelling."
When talking about the speed and scope of the upcoming season, he said:
"We've never done anything like this. So the whole production model, how to produce a show like this, the scale work, all that were things that we needed to learn for the first time in the process of making the show. We are going to be faster. We are going to be able to put more money on screen, just in terms of the scale and scope of what we're doing now that we know how to do it. And I also think the pace of our story is going to increase in part because the story is demanding that now that everyone's been established, the stakes are established, that we're going to watch some characters in some lands go to war."
Then, of course, one of the things they are making sure to do is deliver even more major battle sequences, which is what every Lord of the Rings fan loves to hear and see! He said:
"Yes, I can say you will see bigger battles in season two including some iconic moments from the appendices and the books."
Unfortunately, he didn't reveal what those famous moments will be, but it'll be amazing when we find out! Sanders also said that they are currently working on developing Season 3 and that there "could be news certainly in the new year" regarding that, so stay tuned!
The series is based on the appendices from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of Rings books, and the story is set in the Second Age of Middle-Earth, "thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien's pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone."
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