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COUNTRY ARTISTS FIND POWERFUL MEANING IN 2019 TY HERNDON CONCERT FOR LOVE AND ACCEPTANCE
Jun 12, 2019 | Concert For Love, Music, News
Tim McGraw, Daughtry, Rita Wilson, Mickey Guyton and more demonstrated their passion for the LGBTQ community at the 5th annual Ty Herndon Concert For Love and Acceptance at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville on Thursday (June 6).
Each artist that participates finds meaning in the cause. For Guyton, it stands for action. As a second time participant, Guyton shared how she feels a kinship with the LGBTQ community, calling the conversation surrounding the event "so important." "Being an African American woman in country music, I know what it's like to be different. I know what it's like to not feel accepted and that's why I'm here, to show solidarity and show everyone that I'm with you and I love you and I see you," she expressed to Sounds Like Nashville on the red carpet.
Country music has a long history regarding lack of LGBTQ representation. While artists like Kacey Musgraves, Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood and more have been vocal about their support for inclusion, Guyton admits that "a lot of work" needs to done to better incorporate the LGBTQ community into the genre. "I'd be lying if I said that everything is perfect, it's not. But in order for change to happen there has to be action from across the board…and throwing an event like this is making this a normal thing," she says.
Billy Gilman echoes this sentiment, adding that country music has a "long way to go" when it comes to LGBTQ inclusion, believing that fans would embrace LGBTQ artists on the radio. "I think the audiences aren't as abrasive as the men writing the documents," he observes. "I think if they would let their guard down and try to infiltrate a little of an LGBT artist on radio, I think you'd be surprised at the lack of clapback."
Gilman came out as gay in 2014 and has made it his mission to be a voice for those who feel suppressed. He's met and received letters from people who share their stories of abuse and homelessness as a result of coming out. The singer says the Concert For Love and Acceptance gives a voice to those living in remote areas who aren't always embraced with acceptance. "We need more love, and by coming here, it fuels us all to go out for the rest of the year and push through to all our kids and adults," he says, describing the event's mission as "creating a better world." "Hopefully one day, we realize that we don't need a Love and Acceptance concert, it's all equal now. I only pray for that day."
For Rita Wilson, the event symbolizes support. Wilson had heard about Herndon, whom she calls an "incredible artist," and the event through a mutual friend and songwriting partner. Wilson has been an advocate for the LGBTQ community through her work with Aid for AIDS, a nonprofit that provides education and access to treatment for individuals who have HIV. "I think in my world of supporting AIDs research and finding a cure for AIDs, that's been a big part of our involvement in the LGBTQ community. Also, I just feel like we have to do more work and accepting and just realizing that it's not a choice…You were born that way," she relates. "I'm a Christian and I still believe that."
The concert also shone a spotlight on emerging artists Zolita and Jada Cato, the recipients of GLAAD's Rising Stars Grants. Zolita is a singer-songwriter who's music and videos highlight femme-on-femme lesbian representation, while Cato is a Birmingham-based singer and theatre actress. Growing up in Alabama, Cato was a fan of 90s country music, introduced to the Dixie Chicks and Shania Twain through her sisters. She says it's a "dream come true" to be a involved in an event that celebrates people she didn't see represented in country music during her youth.
"When I was 14 waking up every day for high school watching CMT, I would never even dare to see a queer person or hear a queer person, or really even a person of color for that matter, and barely any women. So, it's been nice to see the progression and be able to be a part of that because it's hard to go against the grain and do something different but ultimately it's worth it. It doesn't really serve you to change your art in a way that isn't authentic to you," Cato explains. "I'm so grateful to be a part of something like this, in hopes that someone that is growing up watching CMT now knows that the door's been opened."
Similarly, Brandon Stansell grew up in a southern town where he didn't see himself represented in the genre he admired. A native of Chattanooga, Tenn., Stansell has since moved to Los Angeles to launch his country music career, releasing such songs as "Hometown" that capture the feeling of isolation, but also appreciation for the rural town he was raised in, along with a cover of Musgraves' "Space Cowboy." "I've loved country music my whole life, but I've never seen myself reflected in it. So I think it's really important that queer people, just like straight people, have the opportunities to write about their experiences in an honest way and be able to put those out and have people hear them," Stansell shares.
He cites the Concert For Love and Acceptance as an agent of change that provides a platform to tell these stories, uniting LGBTQ artists with their allies in country music. "It's that one night where we get to shine the big spotlight on the LGBTQ community in a space where not many people see us or know that we even exist, so this is kind of the start of it," he says. "This is that thing that changes everything."
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See Chely Wright's 'Shut Up and Drive' at Concert for Love and Acceptance
Jun 7, 2019 | Concert For Love, Music, News, Review
Singer-songwriter and activist makes her first appearance at growing and diverse annual event hosted by Ty Herndon.
Singer-songwriter and activist Chely Wright made her first appearance at the Concert for Love and Acceptance on Thursday night, performing a pair of her hits as the event celebrated its fifth year.
One of those was "Shut Up and Drive," a 1997 hit for Wright that got a huge cheer from the crowd. Leaving the original pronouns intact, Wright gave a soulful, emotive performance of the tune, which was written by Rivers Rutherford, Sam Tate and Annie Tate and included on Wright's album Let Me In.
But Wright's presence at the event was significant for a second reason. Host Ty Herndon, who helped organize the event with GLAAD a few years ago, remarked on how Wright had smashed through all the barriers when she came out of the closet nine years ago. Herndon, who recently re-recorded his song "What Mattered Most" with pronouns updated to reflect his experiences as a gay man, referred to Wright as a "coach" when he made the decision to publicly come out.
So it was a full-circle moment for the event, which has offered an affirming and inclusive environment in the middle of downtown Nashville during CMA Fest for the past five years. People visiting Nashville for the weekend (and the Fest) even attend this event specifically, enjoying the music alongside members of Nashville's LGBTQ community.
Wright's appearance at the Concert for Love and Acceptance is also indicative of its growth and diversification over that five-year stretch. This year's lineup included Billy Gillman, Brandon Stansell, Daughtry, Harper Grae, Lee Brice, Mickey Guyton, Tayla Lynn, Tyler Rich, Brody Ray and a surprise appearance by Gavin DeGraw. Men and women, Queer performers and allies, established and rising performers, all present to offer support — it's a small glimpse of the diversity of country fans, along with the potential it has to be a welcoming place for all.
TY HERNDON RETOOLS CAREER-LAUNCHING HIT, 'WHAT MATTERED MOST,' FOR NEW ALBUM
Jun 6, 2019 | Concert For Love, Music, News
Country singer, gay rights activist and philanthropist Ty Herndon re-cut earlier hits for forthcoming album Got It Covered, as evidenced by his new music video for "What Mattered Most."
The 2019 version of Herndon's chart-topping mainstream arrival from 1995 honors Pride Month by swapping female pronouns for male ones. The singer came out of the closet on Nov. 20, 2014, making him the first openly gay man in mainstream country. Another former OpryLand employee turned '90s hit-maker, Chely Wright, led the charge by sharing her truth through her 2010 autobiography Like Me: Confessions of a Heartland Country Singer. In the music video, Wright and other friends watch on as Herndon pours his all into a re-recording that reflects his truth.
Shortly after coming out of the closet, Herndon partnered with GLAAD to debut The Concert for Love and Acceptance. The annual event, held tonight (June 6) at Nashville's Wildhorse Saloon, supports at-risk youth.
Another way Herndon makes a difference is through GLAAD's Ty Herndon Rising Stars Grant, which rewards $2,500 to young people committed to LGBTQ inclusion and representation through music. In addition, Herndon donates his time to such worthy organizations as the Trevor Project, Make A Wish, St. Jude, GLAAD, HRC and Feed the Children.
Got It Covered, a collection of re-recordings from Herndon's career and covers of his favorite songs, arrives Aug. 23 through BFE/The Orchard.
CMA Music Festival 2018: 30 Best Things We Saw
Jun 11, 2018 | Concert For Love, News, Review
Best Inclusivity: Concert for Love and Acceptance
Out country star Ty Herndon and openly gay CMT host Cody Alan presided over the GLAAD-sponsored Love & Acceptance Concert at the Wildhorse Saloon, now in its third year. Yet, while the event had its share of LGBT representation – including British pop-soul singer Calum Scott, country-blues belter Shelly Fairchild and country newcomers Brandon Stansell and Parson James – there were also profound messages of solidarity and inclusiveness in performances from Cam, Thompson Square, Cale Dodds, Cassadee Pope and Michael Ray, as well as country veterans Tanya Tucker, Terri Clark and Billy Dean. As surprise guest Vince Gill – a country-music statesman if ever there was one – told the crowd, "As a young child I heard the words that we were all created equal. I believed that as a little boy and I believe that as a grown man." S.B.
Best Welcome Presence: GLAAD
There are always plenty of non-profit organizations with footprints at CMA Fest, but seeing such a widespread presence from GLAAD was especially heartening, particularly at the beginning of Pride Month. GLAAD, which stands for Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, had volunteers offering information, registering voters, and collecting donations throughout the festival grounds, with strong support from social media. The organization's third Concert for Love and Acceptance, put on in conjunction with Ty Herndon and held at Wildhorse Saloon, was a sold-out event and featured a surprise appearance from Vince Gill. B.M.
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Cam, Vince Gill & More Perform at Concert for Love & Acceptance
Jun 8, 2018 | Concert For Love, News, Review
Love filled the room Thursday (June 7) at GLAAD and Ty Herndon's Concert for Love & Acceptance.
CMT's Cody Alan hosted the event, which saw performances by Ty, Tanya Tucker, Terri Clark, Billy Dean, Michael Ray, Cam, Cale Dodds and Britain's Got Talent 2015 contestant Calum Scott at Nashville's Wildhorse Saloon.
Vince Gill also surprised the sold-out crowd and revealed why it was important for him to attend.
"As a young child I always heard the words that we are all created equal," Vince said. "I believed that as a little boy and I believe that as a grown man."
Also on the lineup were Anita Cochran, Temecula Road, Thompson Square, Shelly Fairchild, Cassadee Pope, Brandon Stansell, newcomer Parson James and WWE Superstars Lana and Sonya.
During the concert, GLAAD announced a $2500 grant for young LGBTQ musicians called the Ty Herndon Rising Stars Grant, which is eligible to LGBTQ young people who are working to accelerate acceptance in the music industry.
Partners at the 2018 Concert for Love Acceptance included CMT, Ketel One Vodka, Nissan Mary Frances Rudy from Rudy Title & Escrow and Wade Weissmann Architecture.
GLAAD and country star Ty Herndon set to bring third Concert for Love & Acceptance to Nashville this June in partnership with CMT
Mar 29, 2018 | Concert For Love, Live, Music, News
Music legends and newcomers from across genres will take the stage at LGBTQ-affirming concert taking place during CMA Fest
New York, Tuesday March 27, 2018 – GLAAD, the world's largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today announced the 2018 Concert for Love and Acceptance set for June 7 at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. The show, taking place the night after the "2018 CMT Music Awards," and on the opening night of CMA Fest, will feature a coalition of artists and celebrities appearing and performing to accelerate acceptance for the LGBTQ community. Ty Herndon and CMT's Cody Alan will host, and the event will feature performances by Herndon, as well as Terri Clark, Cassadee Pope, Michael Ray, Calum Scott, Brandon Stansell, and more. Additional appearances and performances to be announced. CMT will return as the event's media sponsor and will amplify the event and line-up across its radio and social platforms. Additional support for the event is provided by Nissan.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.glaad.org/nashville
"Music has the power to uplift, empower, and change hearts and minds across the country," said Sarah Kate Ellis, GLAAD President and CEO. "GLAAD is honored to present the third Concert for Love and Acceptance to help drive forward acceptance with an amazing lineup of talent and messages of support for the LGBTQ community."
"We're proud to once again lock arms with our friends at GLAAD to lend our voice and support to an event that champions love and acceptance through the power of music," said Frank Tanki, General Manager of CMT and TV Land.
The inaugural Concert for Love and Acceptance was held in 2015 to kick off GLAAD's Southern Stories Tour and the second iteration was held in 2017. The event has been supported by artists like Reba McEntire, with a lineup of performances has included Chris Carmack, Crystal Gayle, Billy Gilman, Dana Goldberg, Kree Harrison, Mickey Guyton, Levi Hummon, Runaway June, Ryan Kinder, Meghan Lindsey, Street Corner Symphony, Thompson Square, and Trent Harmon. GLAAD's Southern Stories initiative tells the stories of LGBTQ people and their allies in the South to create a cultural shift towards LGBTQ acceptance and understanding in the region.
"I'm thrilled to partner with GLAAD once again for this show that has broken so much new ground and started so many important conversations over the past three years ," said Herndon. "Letting our LGBTQ friends, family, and neighbors know they are accepted and loved just as they are isn't just making the world a better place – it's literally saving lives – and I'm so proud to be a part of it."
In recent years, country music has become a more affirming environment for the LGBTQ community with chart toppers like Luke Bryan and "Most People are Good" following in the footsteps of Garth Brooks, Kasey Mugraves, and The Dixie Chicks sharing inclusive messages through their lyrics. Furthermore, CMT host Cody Alan came out publicly in late 2016 in People Magazine with the help of GLAAD and received an outpouring of support and love from the country music community and his fans. Stars like Carrie Underwood, Toby Keith, and Dierks Bentley all voiced their support on social media. Ty Herndon, a Grammy nominated and Dove Award winning artist with album sales of more than 4 million, was the first major male country music star to come out, when he shared his story with the world in 2014.
"As we fight attempts to roll back equality and compromise the ground we have gained for acceptance, it is important for our community to continue to tell our stories and for allies to stand up and be counted," said Ellis.
The 2018 Concert for Love and Acceptance occurs during the legendary CMA Music Festival, running from June 7-10 in Nashville.
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Human remains found near a lake in Texas were confirmed to be that of Tom Brown, who had been missing since 2016.
"Help Find Tom Brown," a Facebook page dedicated to the missing teen, posted a release from Klein Investigations and Consulting — a private investigations firm in Texas hired by the family — on Tuesday that confirmed the human remains were identified to be Brown.
The remains were found off Lake Marvin Road near Lake Marvin by someone who heard a request from law enforcement to keep an eye on the road. Brown was identified through dental records.
He was last seen spending the evening with friends on Nov. 23, 2016, and has not been seen since 11:30 that night, according to Brown's mother, KNOE reported.
Brown's car was found the following morning near a water treatment facility parked under some trees. No signs of foul play were found upon discovering his car, KFDA reported.
It is still unclear what happened to Brown, and the incident remains under investigation.
"Although the discovery of Tom's remains gives some closure to the mystery of his location, there are still questions of what really happened on Lake Marvin Road. And now, a new phase will begin in the investigation, and those whom may know something need to come forward now," the statement from KIC read.
Brown's family was informed of the discovery Tuesday.
"We just need prayers," Brown's mother, Penny Meek told KNOE.
Moms4Tom, a Facebook group dedicated to finding the missing teen, posted that a memorial service will be held Feb. 2 at Canadian High School in the gym.
"We encourage classmates of Thomas to please join us for a day of celebration of Thomas' life and a day to begin healing," the group wrote.


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Neuer urges Mourinho to end Schweinsteiger's Utd exile
BERLIN: Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has called on Manchester United to end Bastian Schweinsteiger's first-team exile and allow the ex-Germany captain to help improve their flagging fortunes.
United coach Jose Mourinho has frozen the 32-year-old out this season, but after Sunday's 4-0 drubbing by Chelsea Neuer says the veteran midfielder should now get a chance.
Schweinsteiger, formerly of Bayern, has been left to train with United's reserves or hit the weights on his own in the gym.
"It's difficult when you don't take part in team training and have to train alone," Neuer said during a Munich press conference for Bayern's German Cup match home to Augsburg on Wednesday.
"I really hope that Bastian gets some consideration soon. We all know he's one of the best midfielders in the world. He belongs on the field for Manchester United and not training individually."
Schweinsteiger made his 121st and final appearance for Germany in a friendly win over Finland last month and Neuer has taken over as captain.
Schweinsteiger last pulled on a United shirt in the Premier League in the Manchester derby in March before injury ended his first season in England, following 17 years with Bayern.
Neuer is not the only one calling for Schweinsteiger to be given a chance at Old Trafford, as Manchester United — seventh in the Premier League — prepare to host neighbours City in the English League Cup on Wednesday.
Ex-Germany striker Lukas Podolski wrote "Schweinsteiger please" on Twitter when United were 3-0 down at Chelsea.
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Wayne Wharton • Opening Reception Jan 4
SAAC is launching their 2020 visual art season by celebrating the legacy of one of their most respected founders, the late watercolorist Wayne Wharton. Wharton, who didn't begin painting until later in life, served as the third president of the SAAC board of directors in 1968 and was an enthusiastic supporter and patron of the arts in El Dorado. The exhibit, curated by his son Richard and artist Gay Bechtelheimer, will include works from throughout his career and will be on display January 4-31, 2020, with an opening reception on Saturday, January 4 at 6:30 p.m.
"Mr. Wharton's work is the pinnacle of the best in watercolor," said Bechtelheimer. "He was a master, with an elegant simplicity that requires unique skill to achieve. It will be a stunning exhibition and a spectacular beginning for 2020 at the South Arkansas Arts Center."
Wharton, a native of Texas, began his career in journalism after earning a degree from Baylor University in 1948. After several years in the newsroom, he moved to El Dorado in 1953 to work as the head of advertising and sales promotion at Lion Oil. He and his wife, Frances, were very active in the El Dorado community, and he spent many hours leading extra-curricular activities for his sons, Richard and Jim. From fishing expeditions to boy scout troops, Wharton made it his mission to be a part of whatever his boys were interested in.
That mission changed the course of his life when Richard began taking art with Betty Norman after school at what was then called the "El Dorado Fine Arts Center". Wharton began to experiment with Richard's tempera paints and created his first painting, a rendering of Puff the Magic Dragon for Richard and Jim.
"Growing up in Texas, my dad really taught himself to have an appreciation for classical music and art, even though his family had nothing," said Richard. "And as a journalist and a traveler, he loved photography. But when he started painting he just immediately took to it, and it brought something to his life that he needed."
Once Wharton started painting, it was difficult to get him to stop, as he studied voraciously with artists including Naomi Brotherton, Doug Walton, and Jorge Villegas. He and his family also became deeply involved with the founding and operations of the SAAC, with Wharton serving on the board of directors and as president, Frances serving in the SAAC Auxiliary and the SAAC Lunch, and Richard and Jim enrolled in the first children's art and drama classes offered.
Wharton's watercolors, both technically precise and exquisitely beautiful, were painted from sketches, photographs, memory, or a combination, with the artist taking liberties with color and composition to suit his mood. His work garnered much praise during his lifetime, including the top prize in the Arkansas Arts Center Arts Festival show in 1968 and 1972. He had a solo exhibition at SAAC in 1972, as well as a joint exhibition with Richard in 1985, and won first place in the SAAC juried art competition in the next year.
"He had an ongoing influence on my own work," said Richard, whose artistic beginnings led him to a lifelong career in architecture and design. "He taught me how to set up perspective, and how to do watercolor washes, but I never had his artistic touch."
In the retrospective exhibit, Richard and Bechtelheimer have assembled a group of works from private and family collections, including watercolors, pencil and charcoal sketches, and one wood carving. One painting, "Smokey Mountains", will be donated to SAAC's permanent collection at the close of the exhibit, and twenty pieces have been selected by the Wharton family to be offered for sale. All proceeds from artwork sold will benefit the South Arkansas Arts Center.
"The arts center was so important to dad, and helping to get it started," said Richard. "It meant everything to him, so it seemed appropriate to use his work to benefit SAAC in this way."
For more information about this exhibit, please call the SAAC office at 870-862-5474.
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Amanita chrysoblema, with the common name American fly agaric, white variant, is a basidiomycete fungus of the genus Amanita. Although named chrysoblema, it is traditionally thought to be an Amanita muscaria variant, a group of fungi commonly known as fly agarics.

A. chrysoblema is an uncommon fungus, distinguishable by an off-white to silvery-white cap with white warts. The cap has cuts on the side, but is otherwise similar to the usual fly agaric form.

The fungi is poisonous due to high levels of ibotenic acid and muscimol.

Taxonomy
This white fly agaric was first described by science in 1880 by Peck, who classified it as an Amanita muscaria variant as A. muscaria var. alba. In 1918, Kauffmann named it Amanita chrysoblema during a study from Michigan, but the var. alba (or var. albus) name has been used in parallel to this since then.

It is possible that this Amanita is not a muscaria, or fly agaric, but a species in its own right. This issue is currently under scientific scrutiny. The muscaria classification, may stem from it being wrongly treated as a white variant of the Amanita muscaria var. flavivolvata.

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The Queen's role
The Queen is Head of State in the South Pacific country of Papua New Guinea where she is known as 'Missis Kwin' and 'Mama belong big family' in Tok Pisin - a creole language spoken throughout the 600-plus islands which make up this sovereign state. Her Majesty is supported in her role by other members of the Royal Family, who have visited the country many times during her reign, and who continue to celebrate and reward the achievements of its citizens
The Queen's relationship to Papua New Guinea is unique. In all her duties relating to Papua New Guinea , she speaks and acts as its Queen, and not as Queen of the United Kingdom. For day-to-day issues, she is represented by a Governor-General who carries out the duties of Head of State. Though she does not get involved in Government matters, Her Majesty continues to play an important symbolic role.
Unlike other Commonwealth realms (countries where The Queen is Head of State), the Governor-General of Papua New Guinea is nominated by the country's Parliament, rather than by its Prime Minister.
Papua New Guinea has had a steady stream of Royal visitors during The Queen's reign. The Duke of York officially opened the 2015 Pacific Games in Papua New Guinea on behalf of Her Majesty, as well as visiting Commonwealth war graves in the country.
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations were marked with a visit from The Prince of Wales, who spoke to crowds in Port Moresby in the pidgin language of Tok Pisin, referring to himself as 'namawan pikinini bilong misis kwinn' (the number one child of The Queen). He paid tribute to the 'extraordinary courage' of Papua New Guinea's Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels - who aided Australian troops during World War Two - and delivered greetings from The Queen:
Mi bringim bikpela tok hamamas bilong mejesti kwin Papua Niugini na olgeta haus lain bilong mi lon dispela taim bilong Diamon Jubili misis kwin. Mi tokpisin olrite?
I bring you greetings from Her Majesty the Queen of Papua New Guinea and from all my family members during this celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of the Queen. Was my Pisin correct?
The Prince of Wales, speaking in 2012
He went on to speak about The Queen's reign and her special relationship with Papua New Guinea, saying, 'This is a great day and a magnificent spectacle. We are gathered here to celebrate the Queen's 60 years of service to others. I know how honoured Her Majesty is to be your Queen, a title borne by her with immense pride and renewed by the people of this great country upon independence in 1975.'
His Royal Highness had also visited in 1984 when he opened the new Parliament House, and in 1975 when the country celebrated its independence.
The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh and The Princess Royal visited in 1974, and Her Majesty and His Royal Highness returned for the Silver Jubilee in 1977, arriving in the capital Port Moresby, and later visiting Pompondetta and Alotau. They returned again in 1982.
The Duke of Edinburgh visited the country early in The Queen's reign, during an extended Commonwealth tour in 1956/7.
In 2014 The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust launched a search for exceptional young people across the Commonwealth who are passionate about working with their communities to effect change. The winners receive a unique package of training and mentoring which will help them continue their excellent work in their home country.
The first Queen's Young Leaders were announced in 2015, and included John Taka from Papua New Guinea who set up 'Seeds of Hope' to help his rural community build new roads and start a potato-selling project to help pay for students' school fees. John is also President of Spark PNG, which supports founders of social start-ups.
John will receive ongoing support from the Trust to help him and his community.
Website of the Governor General
Commonwealth Honours
The Prince of Wales in Papua New Guinea
The Queen and the Commonwealth
The baton relay represents a calling together of people from every part of the Commonwealth.
The Queen's Message to the Athletes
The Queen's message for the opening of the Pacific Games
Day One: Papua New Guinea
Realms- Papua New Guinea


My secret to success is reading. Our mind is an amazing gift and the beauty of this secret weapon is similar to the accumulation of wealth. I read over 100 books a year and grow significantly from every one of them. Through reading we experience exponential growth through the accumulation of knowledge. The more we know, the more we are capable of knowing.
Successful people develop a hunger for growth and make reading a secret weapon towards success. Here are seven ways to hack reading and make it your secret weapon.
1. Read when your mind is at its peak.
What time of the day are you at your best? When is your mind alert and at its peak? Reading breeds creativity. It's as if ideas are transported to our minds when we read. I am up early and some of my best reading takes place first thing in the morning. However, the best time for me to read is right after a long run.
Figure out when your mind is at its peak. Find that time of the day and do everything humanly possible to read at that exact time.
2. Plug-in and listen to audiobooks.
I am always plugged in. Just ask my wife, I am always listening to an audiobook. One of the most enjoyable parts of my day is during a long run while I'm listening to audiobooks. With audiobooks, you can speed up the recording and complete books even faster. I am able to listen to audiobooks at 2x the speed. This is extremely beneficial when completing long runs, such as a marathon.
You can maximize your time through audiobooks. Think about all the time we spend moving from one location to another. I listen to audiobooks while I exercise, while driving, while stuck in traffic, while in the shower, and while doing household and outdoor chores.
3. Start reading as young as possible.
One of my most cherished moments in life is the first time I read to my beautiful little girl. Our family color is purple and we are from Kansas, so naturally we are huge Kansas State University Wildcat fans (and graduates). The first book I read to my daughter was Bill Snyder: They Said It Couldn't Be Done by Mark Jansen and legendary KSU coach Bill Snyder.
4. Find the right book when applying for a job.
The best way to prepare for a job interview is to find a book related to the profession. Or better yet, find a book penned by the CEO of that same organization. For example, if you are applying for a job in process improvement or manufacturing, find the audiobook version of The Goal by Eliyahu Goldratt. Listen to the audiobook during every available opportunity. Before you realize it, you will be discussing principles in the book and will appear as an expert.
This will also put you ahead in your profession. You will be amazed just how little people read, especially books in their profession.
5. Read books that expand your creative mind.
It is amazing how ideas pop in and out of our mind. One of the best ways to get your mind in its creative peak, other than trying something illegal, is to read completely mind-blowing and strange books. I purposely go to the weirdest areas of a bookstore and find books that are exceptionally crazy. You do not have to believe everything you read in these books, however, they will get your creative juices flowing.
Some crazy books include: The 12th Planet by Zecharia Sitchin, Brave New World and The Doors of Perception by Aldous Huxley, Entangled: The Eater of Souls by Graham Hancock, and DMT: The Spirit Molecule by Rick Strassman.
6. Read books that establish your philosophy.
Books will not only transport you to the world of crazy creativity, they will also assist you in establishing your philosophy. It was not until recently that I had a clear vision of my political and social philosophy. I wouldn't have formulated my philosophy without books. They helped me discover and put words into how I see life.
Two powerful books that helped me establish my philosophy were both by author Ayn Rand. They were Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead.
7. Read books before, during, and after you exercise.
When we exercise, our brain produces a nerve growth factor called Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). This is a protein that stimulates neurogenesis, which is the growth of brain cells and synapses in the brain. Think of how you conduct an exercise routine. For example, I run for one hour every morning. I stretch prior to the run, perform the run, then cool down. Think of your brain. Prior to the run, I am preparing my mind and body. During the run, I am stimulating the production of BDNF, leading to neurogenesis. After the run, my brain is firing on all cylinders and is at its peak and ready to grow. I listen to audiobooks this entire time. I do this in order to keep my neuronal wiring strong.
Your brain is like a muscle and it needs to be used and exercised. Visualize improving your bicep muscle. Your tool is the weight, you stretch the bicep prior to the exercise, you conduct the exercise, then you cool down and the muscle becomes stronger. Now visualize your brain. Your tool in this instance is an audiobook. You prep your brain, you perform the exercise while listening to your tool, then you cool down, and the brain grows and becomes stronger.


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Q: Simple C++ Threading I am trying to create a thread in C++ (Win32) to run a simple method. I'm new to C++ threading, but very familiar with threading in C#. Here is some pseudo-code of what I am trying to do:
static void MyMethod(int data)
{
    RunStuff(data);
}

void RunStuff(int data)
{
    //long running operation here
}

I want to to call RunStuff from MyMethod without it blocking. What would be the simplest way of running RunStuff on a separate thread?
Edit: I should also mention that I want to keep dependencies to a minimum. (No MFC... etc)

A: C++11 available with more recent compilers such as Visual Studio 2013 has threads as part of the language along with quite a few other nice bits and pieces such as lambdas.
The include file threads provides the thread class which is a set of templates. The thread functionality is in the std:: namespace. Some thread synchronization functions use std::this_thread as a namespace (see Why the std::this_thread namespace? for a bit of explanation).
The following console application example using Visual Studio 2013 demonstrates some of the thread functionality of C++11 including the use of a lambda (see What is a lambda expression in C++11?). Notice that the functions used for thread sleep, such as std::this_thread::sleep_for(), uses duration from std::chrono.
// threading.cpp : Defines the entry point for the console application.
//

#include "stdafx.h"
#include <iostream>
#include <chrono>
#include <thread>
#include <mutex>

int funThread(const char *pName, const int nTimes, std::mutex *myMutex)
{
    // loop the specified number of times each time waiting a second.
    // we are using this mutex, which is shared by the threads to
    // synchronize and allow only one thread at a time to to output.
    for (int i = 0; i < nTimes; i++) {
        myMutex->lock();
        std::cout << "thread " << pName << " i = " << i << std::endl;
        // delay this thread that is running for a second.
        // the this_thread construct allows us access to several different
        // functions such as sleep_for() and yield().  we do the sleep
        // before doing the unlock() to demo how the lock/unlock works.
        std::this_thread::sleep_for(std::chrono::seconds(1));
        myMutex->unlock();
        std::this_thread::yield();
    }

    return 0;
}

int _tmain(int argc, _TCHAR* argv[])
{
    // create a mutex which we are going to use to synchronize output
    // between the two threads.
    std::mutex  myMutex;

    // create and start two threads each with a different name and a
    // different number of iterations. we provide the mutex we are using
    // to synchronize the two threads.
    std::thread myThread1(funThread, "one", 5, &myMutex);
    std::thread myThread2(funThread, "two", 15, &myMutex);

    // wait for our two threads to finish.
    myThread1.join();
    myThread2.join();

    auto  fun = [](int x) {for (int i = 0; i < x; i++) { std::cout << "lambda thread " << i << std::endl; std::this_thread::sleep_for(std::chrono::seconds(1)); } };

    // create a thread from the lambda above requesting three iterations.
    std::thread  xThread(fun, 3);
    xThread.join();
    return 0;
}

A: CreateThread (Win32) and AfxBeginThread (MFC) are two ways to do it.
Either way, your MyMethod signature would need to change a bit.
Edit: as noted in the comments and by other respondents, CreateThread can be bad.
_beginthread and _beginthreadex are the C runtime library functions, and according to the docs are equivalent to System::Threading::Thread::Start

A: Consider using the Win32 thread pool instead of spinning up new threads for work items.  Spinning up new threads is wasteful - each thread gets 1 MB of reserved address space for its stack by default, runs the system's thread startup code, causes notifications to be delivered to nearly every DLL in your process, and creates another kernel object.  Thread pools enable you to reuse threads for background tasks quickly and efficiently, and will grow or shrink based on how many tasks you submit.  In general, consider spinning up dedicated threads for never-ending background tasks and use the threadpool for everything else.
Before Vista, you can use QueueUserWorkItem.  On Vista, the new thread pool API's are more reliable and offer a few more advanced options.  Each will cause your background code to start running on some thread pool thread.
// Vista
VOID CALLBACK MyWorkerFunction(PTP_CALLBACK_INSTANCE instance, PVOID context);

// Returns true on success.
TrySubmitThreadpoolCallback(MyWorkerFunction, context, NULL);

// Pre-Vista
DWORD WINAPI MyWorkerFunction(PVOID context);

// Returns true on success
QueueUserWorkItem(MyWorkerFunction, context, WT_EXECUTEDEFAULT);

A: Simple threading in C++ is a contradiction in terms!
Check out boost threads for the closest thing to a simple approach available today.
For a minimal answer (which will not actually provide you with all the things you need for synchronization, but answers your question literally) see:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/kdzttdcb(VS.80).aspx
Also static means something different in C++.

A: #include <boost/thread.hpp>

static boost::thread runStuffThread;

static void MyMethod(int data)
{
    runStuffThread = boost::thread(boost::bind(RunStuff, data));
}

// elsewhere...
runStuffThread.join(); //blocks

A: Is this safe:
unsigned __stdcall myThread(void *ArgList) {
//Do stuff here
}

_beginthread(myThread, 0, &data);

Do I need to do anything to release the memory (like CloseHandle) after this call?

A: Another alternative is pthreads - they work on both windows and linux!

A:
CreateThread (Win32) and AfxBeginThread (MFC) are two ways to do it.

Be careful to use _beginthread if you need to use the C run-time library (CRT) though.

A: For win32 only and without additional libraries you can use
CreateThread function
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms682453(VS.85).aspx

A: If you really don't want to use third party libs (I would recommend boost::thread as explained in the other anwsers), you need to use the Win32API:
static void MyMethod(int data)
{

    int data = 3;

    HANDLE hThread = ::CreateThread(NULL,
        0,
        &RunStuff,
        reinterpret_cast<LPVOID>(data),
        0,
        NULL);

    // you can do whatever you want here

    ::WaitForSingleObject(hThread, INFINITE);
    ::CloseHandle(hThread);
}

static DWORD WINAPI RunStuff(LPVOID param)
{

     int data = reinterpret_cast<int>(param);

     //long running operation here

     return 0;
}

A: There exists many open-source cross-platform C++ threading libraries you could use:
Among them are:
Qt
Intel
TBB Boost thread
The way you describe it, I think either Intel TBB or Boost thread will be fine.
Intel TBB example:
class RunStuff
{
public:
  // TBB mandates that you supply () operator
  void operator ()()
  {
    // long running operation here
  }
};

// Here's sample code to instantiate it
#include <tbb/tbb_thread.h>

tbb::tbb_thread my_thread(RunStuff);

Boost thread example:
http://www.ddj.com/cpp/211600441
Qt example:
http://doc.trolltech.com/4.4/threads-waitconditions-waitconditions-cpp.html
(I dont think this suits your needs, but just included here for completeness; you have to inherit QThread, implement void run(), and call QThread::start()):
If you only program on Windows and dont care about crossplatform, perhaps you could use Windows thread directly:
http://www.codersource.net/win32_multithreading.html

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Ones to watch in the FA Youth Cup semi-finals
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Published by ATR Gooner on March 22, 2018
The semi-finals of this season's FA Youth Cup kick off this month with Blackpool under-18s hosting Arsenal under-18s in the first leg of their tie on Tuesday, 23rd March.
In the other semi-final, Birmingham City's under-18s take on Chelsea's counterparts in their first leg on Wednesday, 4th April.
The Betfair football betting odds have Chelsea as favourites to win this season's competition. The West London club have won the FA Youth Cup in each of the past four seasons, including last year's 6-2 aggregate thrashing of Manchester City. In 2016 it was the same two teams in the final with Chelsea coming out 4-2 winners over two legs.
League One outfit Blackpool have made a sensational run in this season's FA Youth Cup, beating Blackburn Rovers 3-2 in their quarter-final to set up a trip to Arsenal's Emirates Stadium next month: a great opportunity for the Lancashire side's youngsters to gain some experience.
Arsenal's young players will be hoping to break into the first team of the Premier League giants one day so Blackpool could be facing some future stars over the two legs. The Gunners' academy currently sit third in the top flight of the youth Premier League and would go top of the table winning the games they have in hand over Leicester City and Liverpool.
One of those potential Arsenal stars is 18-year-old centre-back Daniel Ballard who has already shown good leadership for the youth team, both in the league and cup competition. Although born in Stevenage, England he currently represents Northern Ireland at under-19 level.
Pacey winger Xavier Amaechi celebrated his 17th birthday at the start of the year by signing his first professional contract. The teenager has scored a couple of goals at youth level this season and should be one to look out for in the semi-finals.
Part of the England under-17s side that won the World Cup at their level last year, striker Emile Smith-Rowe, has been prolific for Arsenal's under-18s and seemingly has a bright future ahead of him. A clinical finisher who can also take a free kick.
Fellow striker, Eddie Nketiah, is prolific at this level but may not feature in the semi-finals after recently being named as a substitute for the senior team a couple of times. The name may already be familiar with football fans – Nketiah scored a brace as a substitute in the EFL Cup victory over Norwich City earlier this season.
Birmingham City reached the semi-finals of this season's FA Youth Cup with impressive victories over Bristol City, Sheffield United, Bury and Norwich City in the earlier rounds.
To encourage supporters to watch their stars of the future, tickets for the first leg at St Andrew's are only £1.
Meanwhile, regular Chelsea overcame Scunthorpe United, West Bromwich Albion, Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham. The Blues are the defending champions and have won the Cup for each of the past four seasons and six of the last eight.
Despite their success in the Cup, Chelsea's youth team only sit sixth out of 12 in the league table currently.
One player in Chelsea's under-18s who was a star of the England under-17s that won the World Cup last summer was forward Callum Hudson-Odoi. The pacey winger is a goalscorer who is the Blues' top scorer in this season's Youth Cup, with five goals. Hudson-Odoi scored a goal in last season's 6-2 aggregate final victory over Manchester City.
18-year-old Martell Taylor-Crossdale is the central striker for Chelsea and is an England under-18 international. He has been at the club since the age of eight and has been a prolific goalscorer for several years.
The younger brother of Josh, George McEachran plays in a more advance midfield role in the number 10, dictating play with his left foot. He was a regular in Steve Cooper's England under-17s side, which included playing 87 minutes in the final last summer.
Physical defender Jonathan Panzo is still only 17 years old but you can expect a dominant performance from the centre-back in Chelsea's two-legged semi-final against Birmingham City. Panzo was also part of the England under-17 side that won the World Cup in India last summer, playing the full 90 minutes in the final.
Other notable names in Chelsea's current youth squad are Trevoh Chalobah, Dujon Sterling and Cole Dasilva. Sterling has been named on the substitutes bench in the Premier League for the senior team this season whilst Dasilva joined the Blues along with his two brothers from Luton Town. Cole can play both left-back and down the left wing.
The second leg of these semi-finals will take place in April before the two-legged final which will be played at the home grounds of the finalists. Should Arsenal and Chelsea reach the final as expected it would set up two games well worth attending to view some of tomorrow's stars.
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The positive impact of Response to Intervention (RTI) over the past 40 years, plus the recent emphasis on social-emotional aspects of learning, has made it possible to address the academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of all learners by aligning empirical data, resources, and support. In other words, Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) works. Within the MTSS model, RTI continues to capture the best use of data-fueled insights to support learners. The pillars of RTI—universal screening, proven interventions, and monitoring progress toward goals—remain constant. In this blog post, we explore fresh ways to think about screening and progress monitoring.
Traditionally, RTI screening data were primarily used as one of multiple measures to identify students in need of additional support. Screening operated somewhat like radar, pinpointing each student's distance from a location—in this case, the benchmark.
What if, instead, we thought about screening as a barometer? Just as a barometer measures the force exerted by the atmosphere, universal screening measures the pressure exerted on core instruction by the atmosphere surrounding the benchmark. If the benchmark lacks rigor, we may fail to identify students on the cusp of challenge; too rigorous, we may lack resources to support all identified students. As VanDerHeyden et. al. (2016) write, "trying to provide intervention to more than 20 percent of students rapidly overwhelms the system's resources," increasing the pressure on core instruction.
Educators using Renaissance Star 360® for screening can, and often do, customize the benchmark to reflect the districts' goals. The three images displayed below reflect data from the same screening event. Note that the shape of the data is identical in all three screening reports. The first two reports reflect benchmarks at the 40th and 50th PR. The third report reflects student data within the atmosphere of the proficiency benchmark for the state summative exam.
At a recent meeting focused on Star screening data, Richard Slade, Head Teacher for Plumcroft Primary School in the UK, shared the concept of "Write Once Read Many" (WORM). Write once—generate data via screening. Read many—use screening data for multiple purposes. Think about viewing data through both the RTI and state proficiency lenses. For the purposes of informing intervention decisions, view the data via an established, consistent benchmark. This helps determine how many students you can comfortably serve in Tiers 2 and 3. Then, view the data again through the state proficiency lens as a barometer to check the strength of core instruction and its impact on each student.
If working with state proficiency, keep in mind that despite the efforts of the two assessment consortia, proficiency cut scores vary significantly from state to state, and even among assessed grade levels within a state. It is not uncommon to see proficiency around the 80th PR, which raises questions about the wisdom of setting such a high standard to inform intervention decisions. "Read many" with data reported in relation to the state proficiency benchmark is perhaps most effective in informing core instructional decisions.
"Intervening without consideration for what a student specifically needs is like choosing an antibiotic without identifying the bacteria causing an infection," VanDerHeyden et. al. (2016) write. Star screening data highlights the potential need for intervention and provides insights to specify what that student must gain during intervention.
Keep in mind that goal setting is about the development of the student and the effectiveness of the intervention. Essentially, you set a goal for the student and for the intervention. Goals need adequate time and enough test administrations to ensure that you make a sound decision. Traditionally, Tier 2 interventions were delivered and decisions made about their effectiveness in 6–8 weeks, but there is little empirical evidence to support that practice (Shapiro, 2013).
In the primary grades, educators should allow a minimum duration of time in intervention and progress monitoring of 8–12 weeks.
For intermediate grades (3rd–5th), allow 12–18 weeks at a minimum.
At the secondary level (6th–high school), a minimum of 18+ weeks could be required to observe and understand lasting changes in academic progress.
During the weeks of intervention, Star 360 is administered at least five times to reach psychometrically sound progress monitoring decisions. The aim is to balance the need for quality data with a need to protect instructional time and make the right decision about the student.
We encourage you to continue in ongoing thinking and discussion about RTI within the MTSS model. For a deeper dive into the new ways of thinking offered in this blog post, check out our recent webinar: A Conversation about MTSS: 3 Key Ideas Focusing on Response to Intervention.
Also, stay tuned for additional information and recommendations regarding progress monitoring and goal setting during the coming school year!
My district customizes the benchmark to reflect the goals of the district.
Being intentional with our instruction is imperative. Knowing the children, building on their strenghts, and guiding them in areas of need is essential to their success. The AR data will help with this process.
My district sets the mastery goals for each grade level . Then, the teachers are to use this data from progess assessments to facilitate instruction that should increase student growth.
THIS: "Intervening without consideration for what a student specifically needs is like choosing an antibiotic without identifying the bacteria causing an infection," VanDerHeyden, et. al. (2016). AMEN!
Isn't it a great quote? Glad you enjoyed the read.
Great this data report is used frequently at my school for various reasons.
This past year my students were constantly pulled out. Those who received T2 interventions were being tested every 10 days. One thing learned was that the interventions weren't making the gains hoped for. This year we've been told core time will be protected and T2 interventions will be expected by the classroom teacher. I'm excited about Ren's new approach to data, which should help me meet my students' needs as well as administrations expectations!
"Long enough" periods very important for progress monitoring.
Definitely going to share this article.
Short, pointed assessments help preserve instructional time. I think it is important to periodically to ensure that instruction is working for the student. STAR, which usually only takes 20 minutes, is a great tool; as is a more specific STAR custom assessment.
Implementation of interventions with specific purposes and goals is obviously best practice, and frankly, the only way intervention works. Often lost in the shuffle, however, is the importance of teacher decisions in what students need best. Quality teachers have always, and always will be, what students need most.
Our district focused on pull outs and hired intervention teachers to try to reach our lowest students. With core instruction being interrupted for all pull outs and intervention teaching being part of the pull outs, our students were the lowest performing group that has come through in years. This pull out approach to intervention did not reach our students effectively as they had predicted. We sent the most ill-prepared students on to the next grade. I hope the lesson was learned and we won't try this again. I look forward to having a protected reading block this fall and will implement what I am learning through Renaissance to set goals for my students.
I'm not sure I agree with the length of time the interventions were stated…if progress monitoring is done on a regular basis, the it will be clear when the intervention is working…sometimes all an intervention needs is a "reminder" which may show results quicker.
The issue at my school is we use several benchmarks for reading, but if the student falls below the 25th percentile for any other be of them they are placed in rti regardless of their success on the others or overall ability.
We currently use AR reports for RTI reporting. I love how accessible they are and how they show how our students are faring without a great amount of assessment effort on the part of the teacher.
I think that progress monitoring should be set as mentioned above. I have worked in districts where the students are progress monitored using STAR weekly or every other week.
Some goals may take longer to reach than others. The point is we help them reach the goal that has been set.


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Dubuisson: Meeting Aunt Edith's portrait painter
Edith was actually my great aunt, and the family always referred to her as Aunt "Rabbit" because of her somewhat prominent buck teeth.
Dubuisson: Meeting Aunt Edith's portrait painter Edith was actually my great aunt, and the family always referred to her as Aunt "Rabbit" because of her somewhat prominent buck teeth. Check out this story on dailyworld.com: https://www.dailyworld.com/story/opinion/2018/12/25/dubuisson-meeting-aunt-ediths-portrait-painter/2407298002/
Ed Dubuisson, Special to the Daily World Published 11:31 p.m. CT Dec. 24, 2018 | Updated 4:41 p.m. CT Dec. 27, 2018
Painting of Edith Garland Dupre hanging in the Dupre Library at ULL(Photo: Janine Collins)
I recently attended the annual Christmas party given by the Lafayette Art Association in Lafayette (they accept members who are not artists — I am not an artist). Lots of familiar faces, including my stressed-out pottery instructor, lots of good food, and lots of wonderful art on display.
Ed Dubuisson (Photo: Freddie Herpin/Daily World)
One unfamiliar face was that of Janine Collins, who was there as a guest. Among her many artistic talents, Janine is a portrait painter. When I asked her if her work is on display anywhere, she told me that I might be familiar with her life-size portrait of Edith Garland Dupre that hangs in the Dupre Library at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
That revelation set off bells and whistles because I had just published a column about Aunt Edith in the Daily World. Edith was actually my great aunt, and the family always referred to her as Aunt "Rabbit" because of her somewhat prominent buck teeth.
MORE: Dubuisson: Memories of 'Aunt Rabbit,' co-founder of SLII
Janine acknowledged that she did her best to paint only a suggestion of this distinguishing feature, and the overall portrait is wonderful and very flattering.
Janine was also commissioned to paint the portraits of the five former presidents of the university, and these also hang in the library. If you are at all interested in portrait paintings, these are definitely worth a visit. If you go, please say hello to Aunt Rabbit for me — her portrait, that is. She died in 1970.
During the course of the evening, I had a lengthy conversation with Janine, doing what I do best: reminiscing. She was born and raised in New Orleans, and lived on Audubon Street. Her family home was on the upriver side of Audubon Park, and just a skip and jump from Tulane University, where I spent seven years getting educated and watching Tulane lose to LSU in Sugar Bowl Stadium.
We compared notes on favorite restaurants, Camellia Grill, Domilisi's, Galatoire's (when somebody else was paying), the Upperline, and assorted neighborhood restaurants.
She noted that the St. Charles Streetcar Line was not just a tourist attraction; it was a means of transportation for local residents. I used to ride it to class, to my part-time job downtown and to the Quarter.
If you want to get in touch with Janine, you can find her on the Internet, or I can give you directions. She is a very pleasant and talented lady.
Arthur McViccar and the Prudhomme House Magnolia tree
At this same holiday party was woodwork artist Arthur McViccar. A while back, a large magnolia tree on the grounds of the Prudhomme House in Opelousas was blown over in a heavy storm, and we had to have it removed. I asked Arthur if he could use some of the wood.
He said magnolia wood was excellent for one of the types of work he did — very refined bowls — and before I could ask questions, I found myself opening the gate to the Prudhomme House so that Arthur could collect his magnolia wood. Burnell Lemoine was along for the ride and soon found himself involved in loading sections of the magnolia trunk into the bed of Arthur's truck.
Before he left, I managed to get Arthur to promise to make a bowl for the Prudhomme House from part of the tree. He produced a bowl that is a wonderful combination of the art of Arthur McViccar and Mother Nature, and it was presented to the Preservationists at our recent annual meeting.
In addition to bowls, Arthur turns an assortment of wooden pieces on his three lathes, and he also produces a variety of sculptural items.
To contact him, go to the Louisiana Crafts Guild website. The website is somewhat weird in that the artists are listed in alphabetical order by their first names, so check under "Arthur."
Along the Rialto
At one of the studios on the recent Open Studio Tour of Acadiana, I ran into Roseanne Mitchell of Opelousas. Roseanne was checking out the works by an assortment of artists and craftsmen at Crazy Redhead Art in Lafayette.
She and I chatted briefly about the wonderful art and crafts on display, and we moved on to what is really Important: the current status of our various replacement surgeries. New hips and knees are doing fine, thank you.
True to form for both of us, Roseanne and I had a lengthy conversation, and she then announced that she had to get back to Opelousas. When I left about 15 minutes later, Roseanne was working her way out, but still engaged in a conversation with another group of art lovers.
I recently ran into Opelousas attorney Sim Sandoz at a restaurant in Lafayette and we had a reunion of sorts. Unbeknownst to me, Sim had seen me wandering around the parking lot of the old Sandoz, Sandoz and Schiff Law firm in Opelousas, and wondered what I was up to.
In fact, I was on official business for my column. I wanted to get a proper view of the old Post Office building and was impressed to find that there had been only minor changes in the façade since 1901. That was the year the photograph in a recent column was taken. A very imposing structure, obviously built to last.
Sim reported that his mother, the wonderful Jane Sandoz, was in excellent health and is still a lady about town. I occasionally see her at the "new" Post Office, and she is as sweet and gracious as ever.
Sim — thanks for your kind words about my column.
Enough for now. I can be reached at ebdubuisson@gmail.com. Until next time, I am Ed and out.
Ed Dubuisson is a lifelong resident of Opelousas and a member of a law firm that dates to the 19th Century. He is a graduate of Tulane Law School and wrote articles for the Tulane Law Review and other publications while at Tulane. His first newspaper article was published in the Daily World when he was 16.
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House of Lords defeat government on plans for starter homes | City A.M.
The government has suffered a setback after the House of Lords defeated it on two starter homes policies.
A coalition of Labour, Liberal Democrat and crossbench peers voted to moderate the government's plans to offer "affordable" homes to first-time buyers at a discount.
The flagship policy was proposed by the government ahead of the General Election last year, which would see all first-time buyers under the age of 40 given a 20 per cent discount on starter homes.
However, those opposed to the bill argue that the homes are not really affordable, as only middle and higher income earners would be able to qualify for homes.
Housing charity Shelter said someone would need an annual income of £76,957 in London, or £50,266 in the rest of the country, to buy a starter home - well above the average wages.
While the proposal would have helped some 200,000 first-time buyers, critics say it would stop up to two million people from getting onto the housing ladder, while reducing the availability of lower cost housing used for rent.
The first amendment to the bill would reduce the discount on a sliding scale if the property is sold during the first 20 years, meaning if it is sold after one year 19 per cent of the discount would be paid back, with 18 per cent paid back in the second year and so on.
The second amendment would allow councils to choose how many starter homes are built, rather than the government setting a target.
That concern go back to February, when local governments warned Westminster that discounted starter homes will be unaffordable to the majority that need them unless the scheme is given more flexibility.
Housing minister Brandon Lewis said that the government would take stock of the amendments, but asserted that the government was committed to the policy.
"The housing bill will increase housing supply alongside home ownership and we are doing this with the biggest housebuilding programme since the 1970s to deliver the homes our country needs," Brandon said.
"The government believes it is wrong that a 30-year-old couple's aspirations should be thwarted by having to wait until they are 50 to benefit from the full value of their starter home.
"We will listen carefully to the points made in the debate but our manifesto commitment to introduce starter homes at a 20 per cent discount for first-time buyers is unwavering."
The defeat also represents another example of the House of Lords flexing its muscles, having forced the government to backtrack on the Trade Union Bill and disability benefits.


If I'm honest, I've not really tried much from Inika. Despite being a pretty 'mainstream' vegan/natural make-up brand, I've only ever tried an eyeshadow from them. Therefore, I was rather excited when I noticed MyPure were stocking one of their newest releases, the Ultimate Lip Tints*. I decided to give the shade 'Cosmic' a go, which is a sheer burnt orange-red.
My very first impressions about the product were definitely wrapped up in the gorgeous packaging. Along with Inika's trademark black & gold, the lip tints come in sleek, thin bullets which are really easy to apply, and are surprisingly cleaner than traditional lipstick packaging. I would definitely say that these longer tubes are my preference when it comes to lip products. They also have a very satisfying click when closing. Don't you just love that? Packaging may be beautiful, but let's get on to what really matters… what's inside.
Formula-wise, it's really lovely. I was a bit skeptical at first, but upon testing I was glad to find that the product applies smoothly, and with a consistent colour. It is worth noting however that this product is most definitely a sheer tint, so don't be expecting any major pigmentation. But, as I said, the colour that it does have applies really evenly. This sheerness does actually work really well with the burnt orange-red colour, and the very slight shimmer really brightens the face. I'm not at all a shimmery lip kind of person, so don't worry - it is indeed slight and in no way garish. However, I'm still not sure if this shade is really for me and it would probably look better on someone with a slightly warmer skin tone. The other colours available look really lovely, I have my eye on 'Cherish' - a super glossy purple. Purple lips are my current vice. The ingredients are also really decent, being of course vegan, a high percentage organic, halal, and - most importantly for lip products - dye-free. Peppermint oil is also included, to give the products a really delicious minty taste and smell.
Overall, I am really impressed with my second dip in to Inika. However, I would say that the price is a downside. The RRP is £15.50, which I would consider a little steep for a lip tint. Saying that, you can find these on MyPure slightly discounted at £13.95.
Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) oil*, Euphorbia cerifera (Candelilla) wax, Ricinus communis (Castor) oil*, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) oil*, Copernicia cerifera (Carnauba) wax*, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Butter*, Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter*, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) oil*, Natural flavours, Tocopherol, Silicon Dioxide, Mica 77019, Titanium Dioxide 77891, Iron Oxide CI 77491, Iron Oxide CI 77499. *Certified organic ingredient. Certified Organic, Cruelty-Free, Vegan and Halal.
So it's that time of year when all I want to do is sit around in the bath with a good book and soak away. My two essential ingredients for a good bath are as follows; a beautifully scented bath soak and a good quality soy candle that smells just as good. My two picks from MyPure this month have really been ticking all these boxes.
While I wait for my bath to fill, I pour in just a little of the Skin Blossom Therapeutic Bath Soak*. Skin Blossom are one of my top brands due to their brilliant ingredients, Soil Association accreditation (this product is 74% organic) and just the true value of their products. Everything is so well priced and this wonderful bath soak is no exception. You can grab a handy 300ml bottle from MyPure for just £7.95. This bath soak is foaming (using sodium coco-sulfate), but the appearance is far from your average bubble bath. The liquid is luxurious and richly scented with natural essentials oils, filling your bathroom with notes of relaxing rosemary and ylang-ylang. However, you can be sure the scents are by no-means overpowering. This is a massive plus-point for me as strong scents - especially after a couple reading hours in the bath - can leave me with terrible headaches. Fortunately, I've had absolutely no issues in this area when it comes to Skin Blossom products. I've really been enjoying using this soak, and the addition of the following Isle of Wolf candle has meant that my bath times have been equally luxurious and soothing. I'm usually not that picky with bath products but I've been thoroughly convinced by this offering and I'm pretty sure that it's going to be a continuing repurchase.
Both of these products are available from the MyPure website, and both would make stunning Christmas pressies for your loved ones next year!
Today we're talking about face masks - regular face masks - not the natural norm of a mask in powder form. Obviously, powdered face masks to be mixed with water etc. are always better in terms of purity of ingredients and lasting power. However, sometimes we just don't have the time for alchemy and need something quick, easy, and pre-mixed.
With this in mind, let me introduce you to the Madara Detox Ultra-Purifying Mud Mask*. As mentioned, this mask is a refreshing departure from the fiddling and time-consumption that comes with our beloved clay powder-based masks. You'd think that this change would come with major sacrifice in terms of ingredients but I am happy to report that I was pleasantly surprised. Things could be better, but when I have only ten minutes to spare, it shall be this mask that I reach for - not my rhassoul powder. It is still clay-based (with the inclusion of kaolin), but the addition of sapropel mud and floral waters and extracts allow for a more traditional texture.
I have been using this product throughout November and I am rather impressed with the improvements that it has made to my overall skin texture, which I am attributing to the lactic acid - an ingredient that my skin has always appreciated. As winter creeps forward, my skin has a tendency to become bumpy and rough, as a reaction to the quick changing weather and sudden usage of heavier moisturisers. However, this product has been effective at keeping those blocked pores, blackheads and uneven texture at bay, ensuring that a clear and bright complexion continues in to the colder months. Application takes just a couple seconds and after leaving on the skin for just ten minutes, this has been my skin's quick fix.
Despite all this, there are a couple points I'd like to raise that may in the future, prevent me from repurchasing. Firstly, the packaging is small and you don't really get much product for your money. Just 60ml will set you back £20. Considering it's effectiveness this wouldn't be too much of a worry for me, but I am finding that the tube is going down quite quickly. The mask itself dries fast once applied to the face (within a minute) and so I found myself using a lot of product for only one application. Also, it is worth noting that the mask carries a strong scent (possibly from included floral waters), and although this dissipates after a time, some may find the strength mildly unpleasant. Personally, I didn't mind too much.
Overall, I am extremely thankful to have the option of a quick face mask session, despite the slight financial sacrifice. I would definitely recommend this to anyone with oily combo skin, who is looking for a traditional style face mask that is still both natural and effective. You can find this new release at My Pure, who also provide sample sizes of the mask if you wanted to try before you buy!


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Mixed Quarter for Mediacom
First-quarter cash flow is solid, but some subscriber numbers come up short.
George Mannes
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met financial expectations Friday but came up short in some subscriber numbers.
The cable TV operator, which focuses on smaller cities and towns, is facing continuing competition from satellite TV operators over features such as packages of local broadcast channels.
For the first quarter ended March 31, Mediacom reported a net loss of $5.7 million, or 5 cents a share, matching the consensus estimate from Thomson First Call. The company had reported a net loss of $33.4 million, or 28 cents per share, in the first quarter of 2003.
The more closely watched figure for operating income before depreciation and amortization, also known as EBITDA, grew 7.3% to $104.3 million, edging past the First Call number of $103.4 million. Revenue was up 8.5% to $263.4 million, beating the consensus figure of $261 million.
Free cash flow -- OIBDA after net interest expenses, cash taxes and capital expenditures are subtracted out -- amounted to $17.2 million, compared to negative FCF of $21.6 million in the first quarter of 2003.
Mediacom, which has 1.5 million subscribers to basic video service, lost 10,000 subscribers in the first quarter. More alarming, to some analysts, the company's digital video service lost 11,000 subscribers in the quarter. That operation is one of the advanced services that Mediacom and other companies are relying on to offset the stagnant basic video business. The company added 22,000 high-speed data customers in the quarter.
"Our solid performance in the first quarter puts us on target to reach our financial guidance for the full year," Mediacom CEO Rocco Commisso said in a statement. "We generated free cash flow per share of $0.14 compared to negative free cash flow per share of $0.18 in the year-ago period.
"We achieved these results despite an increasingly competitive environment, which caused a decline in video customers during the quarter," Commisso said. "On the other hand, our emphasis on profitable customer relationships allowed the company to grow video revenues both sequentially and year over year."
On Friday morning, Mediacom's stock was trading at $6.96, down a nickel.


Vail Resorts, Inc. announces that the Company plans to make an historic investment of CAD$66 million (USD$52 million) at Whistler Blackcomb for the 2018.19 season focusing on three new lifts at the heart of the resort.
In December 2017, Vail Resorts announced that they are making a CAD$66 million investment into improving Whistler Blackcomb's guest experience through the addition of a new gondola on Blackcomb Mountain and several other lift infrastructure upgrades. The improvements will be completed in time for the 2018.19 winter season and will be the cornerstone for future development. The goal is to improve traffic flow by expanding upload capacity.
Wizard and Solar chairlifts will be replaced with a new 10-passenger gondola that will ascend from the base of Blackcomb Mountain and terminate adjacent of the existing PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. The new gondola is expected to represent a 47% capacity increase and move 4,000 people per hour, the highest capacity in North America. The Emerald Express four-passenger lift on Whistler Mountain will be replaced with a new six-passenger high-speed lift, increasing guest uphill capacity by 29%. Finally, the existing Catskinner triple-passenger lift will be replaced with a four-passenger, high-speed lift, which will increase uphill capacity by 56%. These upgrades will provide guests a quicker and easier access to all levels of terrain across both mountains.
This historic investment represents the largest single-year capital investment program in Whistler Blackcomb's history. This investment is even larger than the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola project in 2007, which cost CAD$55 million. Upon completion, the new gondola on Blackcomb will enhance the longest continuous lift system creating the first three-gondola connection in the world.
Whistler Blackcomb has long considered putting a gondola in at this location as part of the overall master plan. The Wizard/Solar lifts are a main transportation corridor for the mountain, moving both staff and guests. The new gondola will move guests up the mountain much faster, but also allow for significant improvements for summer/winter operations. Whistler Blackcomb looked closely at how it might retain the Solar Coaster Express with their contractor for the project to find a way to keep the lift. In the end, they could not come up with a plan that would safely allow the install of the new gondola and maintain operations on Solar. The new mid-station on Blackcomb will still be able to serve those guests who want the mid-mountain experience and the upgraded Catskinner lift will also help move skiers/riders to an area that is currently under utilized.
There will also be an expansion of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park included in the overall investment plan. The bike park is currently in the middle of a two-phase upgrade that will add 21 km of biking trails for summer 2018. This represents the single largest new terrain opening in the history of the park.
"This transformative investment, the largest in the resort's history, will offer a dramatic improvement to the experience for all of our guests as they explore and enjoy the largest and most popular resort in North America," said Pete Sonntag, senior vice president and chief operating officer of Whistler Blackcomb.
As of April 22, Whistler Mountain Winter Operations have ended and Solar, Wizard, and Catskinner lifts on Blackcomb have stopped running. The removal of chairs has already begun as construction on the lifts are underway.
Spring skiing has not stopped on Blackcomb Mountain and will have a closing date similar to previous years, May 21. Guests must upload and mandatory download on Excalibur Gondola from April 23- May 21. Glacier Chair and both the Horstman T-bar and Showcase T-bar will be open for the remainder of the season. For all hours of operations visit the What's Open page.
If you are interested in Spring Skiing, Whistler Blackcomb is offering a Spring 10-Day Pack. For less than $23/day, the Spring 10-Day Pack offers the best deal for getting the last turns of the season. For more details please visit the Spring 10-Day Pack page.
There will be no upload from Blackcomb base for summer glacier skiing due to the on-going construction. Summer Camps will still be running but will use the Whistler Village Gondola and PEAK 2 PEAK to upload to the glacier. The ascent trails on Blackcomb will also be closed due to the lift investment project as it is not possible to keep them open in a working construction zone. The Farmers' market will still run on the usual days and the Family Adventure Zone will remain open.
The chairs that will be coming off of Solar and Wizard are being sold by the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation as part of their "Chair"-ity Sale. Each chair costs $300 and you can even buy a Solar Express bubble for an additional $50. The chairs will be available on a first come first served basis. All proceeds will go to support the community through the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation. For full details on the size of the chairs, delivery details, and contact details please visit the "Chair"-ity Sale page.


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WIX® Filters' New TV Ads Take A Humorous Look At Filtration
The new ads can be seen at www.youtube.com/thewwixfilters
WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, has launched a new television advertising campaign featuring a light-hearted look at the lives of unwelcome house guests, Dirt, Dust and Grime, following their eviction from the engine of the family minivan.
"We are always searching for new ways to support our partners, build awareness of our brand and educate our customers about the performance of WIX filters," said Jeff Blocher, vice president of sales for WIX Filters. "We think these new ads give viewers a good feeling for the spirit of the brand, while communicating the message that WIX filters collect 45 percent more of the dirt, dust and grime that is harmful to engines."
The two 30-second television spots, entitled "Meet Dirt, Dust & Grime" and "Treehouse," will air on SPEED during Race Hub, Speed Center, Car Warriors, and NAS Raceday. The ads will also air nationally on Charter Cable throughout the year on channels such as CMT, Discovery Channel, ESPN, and Outdoor Channel. In addition, Speed Center, a new weekly studio-based motorsports news program on SPEED will feature a regular segment called the WIX Filters Performance Report, which highlights a standout individual effort during the racing weekend.
The television ads will be utilized as video content across the country at numerous at-track locations, Goodguys car shows and WIX's H2 mobile marketing events. The ads will also be made available for use by customers. The ads can be viewed on YouTube at www.youtube.com/thewwixfilters.


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Suicide jumper lands on elderly woman
By Luke Funk
NEW YORK (FOX5NY) - An elderly person walking down a Manhattan sidewalk was injured when a suicide jumper landed on her.
It happened shortly after 3 p.m. at 901 First Ave. near the intersection of 51st Street in Midtown East. A 56-year-old woman jumped out of a third-floor window of a building. She landed on a 71-year-old woman on the sidewalk below.
The woman who jumped was taken to Bellevue Hospital where she died. The elderly woman who was hit was taken to Cornell Medical Center in stable condition. She was expected to survive.
No names or other details were immediately released.


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It's that time of the year in Nashville where rain and snow pile up on your roof. If you notice any damage to your roof, you may want to check to see if your drip edges are correctly installed, or even if you have them. Many older homes may not have a drip edge installed on their roof. If you have a house that doesn't have gutters, it is also likely you don't have a drip edge either. This can lead to some major problems.
If you are looking for a trusted roofing contractor to take care of your drip edges, look no further than your Top Rated Local® Tim Leeper Roofing. Whether you need a small or large repair, we are happy to handle all of your roofing needs. We can also provide you with a free, fast quote on any repairs you may need done. Visit our website or give us a call if you have any questions at 615-553-2782.
Drip edges are an often neglected component of your home's roof. Drip edges are made of a durable, non-staining material. The drip edges are designed to direct water away from the rest of the roof and are usually placed directly between the sheathing and the fascia board. When it rains or snows, if the drip edge is placed properly, all of the water should be safely funneled away from the roof and the side of the house.
The drip edge also has the added benefit of protecting the roof from a whole host of issues, such as windstorms, pest infestation, and erosion to your property. By providing a barrier between the sheathing and the fascia board, the drip edges protect vulnerable areas from pest infestations such as rats, mice, squirrels, and termites.
Hemmed drip edges are a standard type of drip edge that deters water from moving upward passing the drip edge metal. The alternative to a hemmed drip edge is the L drip edge which is used for low incline roofs. These drip edges also sit on top of the fascia board.
The installation of the drip edge depends on the type of drip edge you choose to protect your house with. One of the most important parts, however, is to make sure that there is no gap between the drip edge and the gutter system. If there is a gap, this results in a back flowing gutter, which leads to water dripping down the side of your home and roofing system.
If you are in the Nashville area and are looking for a trusted roofer to take care of your drip edge needs, call Tim Leeper Roofing at 615-553-2782. Whether you need a few shingles replaced, a drip edge installed, or an entire re-roof done, we are happy to help you and your roof. Our trusted roofing contractors can get the job done quickly and effectively. Don't hesitate to get work done on your roof — call or visit our website today.


Not many options at all. I caught a ride (my wife) up to Cave Junction on the road that goes between Happy Camp and Cave Junction (Greyback Rd aka Indian Springs Rd). A hitch might be possible but traffic is light and the distance long.


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About Martha
About the 91st District
Martha has lived, worked, and raised a family in the 91st District. She's a native of Hampton and lived in Poquoson where she attended middle and high school.
Martha was elected to the Hampton School Board in 2008, and is currently serving her third term. She served as Chairman of the Board for four years from 2012 – 2016. Mrs. Mugler received her BA in Communications from Radford University and is an Executive Assistant for Business Development at Old Point National Bank. She previously worked in university admissions, public, community and media relations.
Martha is a member of the Virginia School Board Association, the Council for Urban Education, the National School Board Association and the Woman's Club of Hampton, Inc. She has served as an appointed member of the Virginia School Board Association Legislative Positions Committee and is currently serving on the WHRO Hampton Roads Education Telecommunications Association, Inc. Education Advisory Committee. She is a Governor McAuliffe appointee to the Virginia 529/Able Now Board.
Martha is a member and Sunday school teacher at First Presbyterian Church and assists in serving hot lunches to children during the summer through No Kid Hungry and the USDA.
Deeply committed to children and her community, Martha has served on the boards for Downtown Hampton Child Development Center, Star Achievers Academy and the Virginia Living Museum. She is the past president of the Junior Woman's Club of Hampton, Inc. and S.P. Langley Elementary School PTA. In addition, Mrs. Mugler is a past member of the Junior League of Hampton Roads and served for many years as a Brownie & Girl Scout Leader. Mrs. Mugler has been recognized by the Barrett-Peake Foundation for her contributions to the Peninsula and by the Coalition for Justice for Civil Rights for outstanding service to the community.
She is the proud mother of three children, Chandler, Will & Anne-Logan and Granmommie to 4-year-old Devon and one-year-old Will. Martha is married to the Honorable Ross A. Mugler.
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Shortly after the arrival of Pastor Dave Hellmann and associate pastor Bob Klemme at The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Lafayette, Indiana, in 1999, our twinning relationship began. Father Bob had been involved in similar twinning relationships at two prior churches in Indiana. He contacted Theresa Patterson, founder of the Parish Twinning Program of America, and requested a twinning relationship with a church that had a school (since St Mary has a school) and with a church that would encourage frequent visits from our parish. Theresa said that within a week she also got a request from Father Ronel "Cha Cha" Charelus wanting a sister parish that would come visit often. This match was an easy one to make!
Father Cha Cha made a visit to St. Mary in August 1999 and met many parishioners. Plans were set for St. Mary to take its first trip to Haiti in March 2000. Parishioners from St. Mary Cathedral have made annual visits to St. Joseph Parish ever since that time.
St. Joseph Parish in Pendus, Haiti is in the Diocese of Gonaives. Pendus is located in the northwest mountains about 120 miles from Port-au-Prince. It is about 24 miles southeast of Port-de-Paix and 10 miles northwest of Gros Morne. The pastor of St. Joseph Parish has also served surrounding chapel communities (Catholic communities, some larger than Pendus, without a priest in residence). These have included: Montbayard, Savanne Carre, Berard, Kayamit, Mayombe and Massacre.
Since the initiation of the twinning relationship, Father Charelus has been succeeded sequentially as pastor at St. Joseph by Father Wilner Donecia, Father Joseph Telcin, and currently by Father Sylvio Jean. Fathers Charelus, Donecia, and Telcin had served St. Joseph from Gros Morne. Father Sylvio is the first priest in residence at St. Joseph in Pendus. At St. Mary, Father Dave Hellman has been succeeded as pastor by Father Bob Klemme, Father Dan Garland, Father Jeff Martin, and, currently, Father Dominic Petan. Throughout these transitions the relationship between St. Mary and St. Joseph parishes has continued to grow.
St. Mary Cathedral's Haiti committee was formed shortly after the return of its first group from Pendus in March 2000. It meets regularly on the fourth Thursday of the odd numbered months each year.