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KEN WILLIS: NASCAR's pack-racin' madness continues at Talladega
Ken Willis
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During its return to the track, NASCAR has gone to extremes to meet and maybe exceed health safety requirements during this age of coronavirus.
Common sense, risk management and, yes, some occasional overkill have all combined to put eight races in the books since the mid-May return at Darlington. NASCAR, it seems, will go to any length to ensure the well-being of its competitors and, now in a limited capacity, fans.
Well, almost any length.
Sunday they roll off the grid at Talladega, where no facial covering or temp check can save them from the Big One, which has become so inevitable you likely know folks offering a $10 pool to guess which of the 188 laps delivers the usual from Mike Joy: "Oh my, huge trouble in Turn 3!"
Plate-racin', it was always called, from its inception in 1988 to 2019, when the horsepower-sucking carburetor restrictor plates were replaced by something called tapered spacers, which basically do the same thing in a different manner of physics. If you have the time, ask Jack Roush, not me.
We can now call it pack-racin', I reckon, and so far it looks exactly like it did between 1988-2019 at sister tracks Daytona and Talladega, where the high banks, long backstretches and equally long frontstretch doglegs invite speeds beyond what the creators imagined in 1959 (Daytona) and '69 (Talladega).
Restrictor plates were introduced after Bobby Allison's violent 1987 wreck took down a lot of the Talladega fencing and nearly killed Harold Kinder way up in the flag stand. Speeds had sped by the 200 mph mark and the plates would reduce that dramatically.
Over time, ironically, slower cars made things dangerous in a different way. The Haves were no longer much faster than the Have Nots, resulting in huge drafting packs of 20, 30 cars, with everyone afraid to lift off the gas because if you lift, you lose the draft and play hell finding it again because — remember? — your horsepower is plated.
Eventually, someone loses grip and there's nowhere to go but toward the smoke.
Over the years, the only racers who enjoyed this in the least were the Have Nots who viewed such things as their only chance to compete. Check out the top-10 finishers from recent Daytonas and Talladegas and you'll get the drift.
Over those same years, as it became obvious that plate-racin' wasn't honest racin', everyone with a wrench and an ounce of mechanical know-how would weigh in with an alternative, usually focused on forcing drivers to get off the gas in the turns and therefore scrub off a lot of speed (as happens with stock cars in Indy's flat corners, for instance).
The suggestions ranged from the interesting (narrower tires) to the extreme (shave down the massive banking). I believe it was Darrell Waltrip who once suggested putting the backstretch chicane into play in order to slow everyone enough to satisfy the insurance underwriters. Smokey Yunick would simply bellow, "Smaller engines!"
My belief trended toward the cynical. Yes, there are ways to slow the cars at the two biggest tracks without killing throttle response and inviting a 30-car draft. The folks in that NASCAR garage could've probably beaten Elon Musk to the space station if they weren't so hell-bent on winning trophies, so yes, they likely have workable solutions.
But cynicism tells you NASCAR and the all-important network partners are addicted to the high numbers produced by that four-hour tightrope act.
So, many of us detractors simply gave up, settled in and enjoyed a drama that played out in predictable fashion because, after all, the important work at NASCAR's R&D Center post-2001 had largely made these cars as safe as a baby's womb.
But then Ryan Newman happened and we were reminded that, yes, you can plug 99 holes, but sooner or later No. 100 will come into play. Through research, development and a fair amount of luck, Newman survived his February crash at Daytona.
And now he climbs aboard for Talladega, where NASCAR has instituted some additional protections to the cars' underbellies, based on knowledge gained from Newman's Daytona crash data.
But at Daytona and Talladega, they've yet to find or agree to a way to make much of that R&D unnecessary.
Buckle up.
Reach Ken Willis at ken.willis@news-jrnl.com


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On Wednesday 31 January Kristina Broughton (Partnership Manager) came to Salisbury Museum to give a talk to staff and volunteers about our new NPO status -read on, and all will be revealed!
The Wessex Museums Partnership (Salisbury Museum; Poole Museums Service; Dorset County Museum; and Wiltshire Museum) will become one of the Arts Council's regularly funded National Portfolio Organisations (NPOs) from April 2018 to March 2022, and work is already underway across the partnership. The partnership has been awarded £1.278m to cover a 4-year programme of work.
There are 831 NPO's across the country; and 103 NPO's in the south west. NPO's can cover music, dance, art, theatre, literature, combined arts, museums and libraries.
There are six strands to the NPO Business Plan that the Wessex Museums Partnership has just submitted and these relate to collections development; interpretation and display; programming; audience development; children and young people; and perhaps most important of all – resilience and sustainability.
Another aspect that the partnership is going to examine is its environmental performance – this will be audited across the partner venues and more sustainable working practices employed where possible.
The Wessex Museums Partnership will have its own website, and Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts. In order to carry out the work outlined above a number of new staffing posts are to be created at the four partner museums.
I am sure that you will all agree that this is a very exciting time for the Wessex Museums Partnership. The programme of work outlined is hugely ambitious but will allow each partner venue to develop further and attract new audiences and stakeholders. It will inspire more people to explore and enjoy the outstanding art and heritage of the region and to understand its significance to their lives.
*This Crown Dorset Art Pottery (see photo at top of blog), on loan from the Poole Museums Service, is the latest of our 'Spotlight Loans' – all part of our membership of the Wessex Museums Partnership. We see (from left to right) a Bent Lip Vase 1913, small top hat pot c1910, a two handled vase 1912 and a pot pourri holder 1911.
Did you know that if you hold Salisbury Museum Membership, you have free entry to our fellow Wessex Museums Partnership museums?


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Eye conditions: general and other
Corneal implants for the correction of refractive error
Interventional procedures guidance [IPG225] Published date: July 2007
Corneal implants for the correction of refractive error (interventional procedures consultation)
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CLINICAL EXCELLENCE
Interventional Procedure Consultation Document
Short-sightedness is the inability to see clearly at a distance. Eyesight can usually be corrected by wearing spectacles or contact lenses. The insertion of clear plastic implants into the cornea is an interventional procedure aiming to restore eyesight in short-sightedness.
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence is examining corneal implants for the correction of refractive error and will publish guidance on its safety and efficacy to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Institute's Interventional Procedures Advisory Committee has considered the available evidence and the views of Specialist Advisers, who are consultants with knowledge of the procedure. The Advisory Committee has made provisional recommendations about corneal implants for the correction of refractive error.
This document summarises the procedure and sets out the provisional recommendations made by the Advisory Committee. It has been prepared for public consultation. The Advisory Committee particularly welcomes:
comments on the preliminary recommendations
the identification of factual inaccuracies
additional relevant evidence.
Note that this document is not the Institute's formal guidance on this procedure. The recommendations are provisional and may change after consultation.
The process that the Institute will follow after the consultation period ends is as follows.
The Advisory Committee will meet again to consider the original evidence and its provisional recommendations in the light of the comments received during consultation.
The Advisory Committee will then prepare draft guidance which will be the basis for the Institute's guidance on the use of the procedure in the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
For further details, see the Interventional Procedures Programme manual, which is available from the Institute's website (www.nice.org.uk/ipprogrammemanual).
Closing date for comments: 24 April 2007
Target date for publication of guidance: July 2007
Note that this document is not the Institute's guidance on this procedure. The recommendations are provisional and may change after consultation.
1 Provisional recommendations
1.1 Current evidence on the efficacy of corneal implants for the correction of refractive error shows limited and unpredictable benefit. In addition, there are concerns about the safety of the procedure for patients with refractive error which can be corrected by other means, such as spectacles, contact lenses, or laser refractive surgery. Therefore, corneal implants should not be used for the treatment of refractive error in the absence of other ocular pathology such as keratoconus.
2.1 Indications
Myopic refractive error occurs when light from a distant object is brought into focus in front of the retina rather than on it. This is usually because the eye is too long, but it may be due to the cornea being too steeply curved. Near objects are seen clearly but more distant ones are blurred. This procedure may not be appropriate for patients with a high degree of astigmatism.
Focusing (refractive) errors are usually corrected by wearing spectacles or contact lenses, both of which correct visual acuity and are acceptable solutions to the majority of patients. In addition, surgical treatments can be used to treat myopia, including photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK).
2.2 Outline of the procedure
2.2.1 Corneal implants are flexible, crescent-shaped rings of polymethyl methacrylate that are placed in the periphery of the cornea. They affect refraction in the eye by physically changing the shape of the cornea, flattening the front of the eye.
2.2.2 The procedure is undertaken under local or general anaesthesia. An incision is made in the cornea and channels are created in it by rotating a lamellar dissector or by using a femtosecond laser. One corneal implant segment is introduced to each channel. Various implants with a range of implant thicknesses are available for different degrees of correction.
2.3 Efficacy
In a matched case analysis, uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) 3 months after the procedure was reported to be 20/20 or better in 75% (58/77) of eyes receiving corneal implants, and 67% (84/126) of eyes undergoing LASIK. Statistical significance was not reported.
In two case series, UCVA of 20/20 or better 1 year after the procedure was reported in 74% of eyes (absolute numbers not provided) and 43% (35/79) of eyes. In the latter study, 20/20 vision or better rose to 64% (27/42) at 5 years. Statistical significance was not reported.
2.3.3 One case series of 159 eyes receiving corneal implants found that the change in manifest refraction spherical equivalent (a measure of visual acuity) was 0.32 (? 0.79) dioptres (D) between 1 and 3 months' follow-up, but only 0.01 (? 0.58) between 6 and 12 months' follow-up. Statistical significance was not reported.
2.3.4 The proportion of eyes in which correction of vision was within 1.0 D of the intended correction ranged from 68% (28/42) to 100% (16/16) in two case series. In the same case series, the proportion corrected to within 0.5 D ranged from 41% (17/42) to 81% (13/16). Statistical significance was not reported.
2.3.5 In one study, patient satisfaction was rated 'excellent' by 47%, 'good' by 41%, 'fair' by 9%, and 'poor' by 2% of 104 patients surveyed at 1-year follow-up. For more details, refer to the sources of evidence (see Appendix).
2.3.6 The Specialist Advisers considered the expected benefits of the procedure to be a correction of low myopia with a rapid recovery time and minimal ocular morbidity. One Specialist Adviser noted that, although there is work demonstrating the safety and efficacy of this procedure for myopia of up to -3.0 D, it has not been widely used due to the simultaneous development of laser correction technology. One Adviser considered that a potential consideration is loss of effect over time.
2.4 Safety
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2.4.2 Visual complications following the procedure were reported in two studies and included poor night vision in 5% of patients, glare in 1% (absolute numbers not provided) and 2% (2/104) of patients, halos in 1% (absolute numbers not provided) and 2% (2/104) of patients, and photophobia in <1% (absolute="" numbers="" not="" provided)="" and="" 1%="" (1/104)="" of="" patients,="">
2.4.3 One patient experienced partial extrusion of an implant following thinning of the corneal stroma at 5 years' follow-up. The implants were successfully removed and best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BSCVA) recovered to 20/25 at 4 weeks.
2.4.4 In a non-randomised trial, loss of two or more lines of BSCVA was reported in 9% (7/76) of eyes treated with corneal implants compared with 1% (1/126) of LASIK-treated eyes at 3-month follow-up. In one case series, this degree of visual loss was reported in 5% (4/79) of eyes at 1-year follow-up and 7% (3/42) at 5 years. In a second case series, two lines were lost in 4% (5/138) of eyes, and more than two lines were lost in 2% (3/138) of eyes at 12 months. However, none of these patients requested removal of implants. No statistical significance was reported. For more details, refer to the sources of evidence (see Appendix).
2.4.5 The Specialist Advisers noted that reported adverse events include photophobia, glare, foreign body sensation, extrusion, corneal perforation and infection, all of which may lead to implant removal. Additional theoretical adverse events cited by Specialist Advisers include ring erosion, inflammation, corneal melt and damage to the retina or optic nerve through increased intraocular pressure.
3.1 The Institute has published interventional procedures guidance on photorefractive (laser) surgery for the correction of refractive errors (www.nice.org.uk/IPG164).
Chairman, Interventional Procedures Advisory Committee
Appendix: Sources of evidence
The following document, which summarises the evidence, was considered by the Interventional Procedures Advisory Committee when making its provisional recommendations.
' Interventional procedure overview of corneal implants for the correction of refractive error', November 2006.
Available from: www.nice.org.uk/ip371overview
This page was last updated: 30 March 2010


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Zionsville played Avon North in the semifinals of the NSC tournament Saturday in the most exciting game of the year. The Eagles got off to a slow start, down 7-0 after one quarter of play. But a strong second quarter defensively got the Eagles back in the game to bring them within one at halftime, at 10-11. It was back and forth the whole second half, with neither team taking more than a small lead. It was Michael Narva who stepped up on the offensive end, hitting big three after big three to finish with 15 points on 5 three's. After playing defense for an entire minute and getting a stop, Logan Imes drove to the basket with only a few seconds left. The defense stepped over to help, and Logan hit Merrick Macauluso for the game-winning basket with 1.5 seconds left, sending the crowd into madness. The final was 31-29 and sent Zionsville to the Championship. Imes finished with 10 points, Macaluso ended with 4 points, and Nick Richart had 2 points. Adam Mellier, Nate Horten, and Matthew Wleklinski all played crucial minutes in the win as well.
In the Championship game, Zionsville took control from the tip against Westfield, scoring the first 8 points of the game and leading 15-9 after one quarter of play. Westfield battled back in the second, though, to bring it within 27-23 at halftime. But Zionsville's lock-down defense again proved to be the game-changer, holding Westfield to only 3 points in the third quarter. The Eagles held on to the game, and pushed the lead out to double digits, by a final of 43-33. Nick Richart had a huge game, dominating inside, scoring 15 points in the win. Logan Imes played well on both ends of the floor, adding another 10 point performance. Adam Melliere had 6 points, as did Nate Horten. And AJ Jacklin and Michael Narva each hit clutch three's to finish the game with 3 points each.
The Eagles finish the year with an undefeated B team, a reserve tournament championship, a Zionsville Shootout championship, the Eagles Nest, an undefeated conference season, a conference championship, and an 18-4 record. Congrats on an incredible season!
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In the morning, discover one of the world's best places to visualize an ancient Roman city: Ephesus. View the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After lunch, visit also Ephesus Museum, St. John's Basilica with the Tomb of the Apostle, the House of the Virgin Mary which has been designated by the Vatican as a place of pilgrimage and which is located in a remote setting in the heights of Ephesus and drive to Sirince Village with its old 19th century Greek houses which have been nicely restored.. Drive back to Selcuk.
In the morning, depart for a visit to Aphrodisias ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite, the Goddess of Beauty, Love and Fertility, and also renowned for its school of sculpture, you will see the stadium, which is the best preserved in Asia Minor, the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, Theatre, museum. Then continue to Pamukkale, a unique natural site to visit this "Cotton Castle" where the warm waters, which have transformed the cliff, trickle into basins of travertine limestone. At Pamukkale, you can also visit Hierapolis ancient city spa whose well preserved necropolis is one of the largest of the ancient world.
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The Clos des Quarterons is a magnificent and unique place with a cellar dug into the tufa stone on the Saint Nicolas hillside. The wines of Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil are recognised as AOP (Appellation d'Origine Protégée) and are only produced in the eponymous commune! The conditions for growing the vines are exceptional. Indeed, the region is bounded to the north by a forest which protects the vines from cold winds. The vines are also exposed to the south on a gentle slope, which allows the vineyard to enjoy a beautiful sunshine throughout the year.
The Clos des Quarterons, much more than just a place, is above all a family story! This estate has been the cradle of the Amirault family for over 180 years now. Today, it is Xavier and his wife Agnès who manage the thirty hectares with sincerity and precision.
Organic and biodynamic farming as well as parcel-based vinification allow the expression of the terroir to be appreciated. The estate has very nice gravels. Some parcels are on tuff, directly in the limestone, while others are on deeper soils with a layer of clay.
"It was after a stay in the United States that I returned to the family estate to take over from my brother Thierry. In the continuity of his work, I led the domain in organic agriculture from the beginning. Then, together with him, we integrated a biodynamic dimension. More than a philosophy, the joy that invades us when we see biodiversity revealed on a daily basis is indescribable."
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Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 23:01:23 PM. Cupboard By tommy. Kitchen Design: Why You Should Incorporate Soft Close Draws and Cupboards in Your New Bathroom Soft Close cupboards and draws are just two of the latest items that you can use in kitchen as part of your next kitchen design project. These brand new and innovative items dont cost a whole lot of cash; however, they are great tools for doing a remodeling project that will help you make your kitchen look brand new without spending a lot of time and effort and without putting your kitchen out of commission for long periods of time. Prospective kitchen design projects dont require that you buy all new cupboards or brand new drawers. If you purchase these Soft Close draws for your existing drawers, then you can modernize them at little cost or effort. You can also just buy Soft Close cupboards, which fit right over your existing cupboards to give them a brand new look without the hassle of installing entirely new units. What is great about these two items also is that you wont need to buy any additional fastening items like screws or hinges, because they come with all you need to install them. It only takes a few minutes to put one of these on your cupboards or drawers and the directions come packaged with them to make it simple. They are tested at the manufacturers for defects and are guaranteed to be what you need for kitchen design jobs. What Soft Close draws do is prevent the drawers from closing shut by slamming. Instead, they slowly control the speed of the drawer shutting, which means less chance of getting a finger stuck in the drawer. Plus, they are quieter too. And they fit nearly all the types or styles of most modern cupboard drawers, including those frameless and framed types. The same goes for cupboards. They are made to fit onto most standard cupboards and attach easily and instantly to give you a bright new look in minutes. They are guaranteed for a lifetime, which means if they ever break then you can get replacements or get your money back. You just need one Soft Close cupboard cover for each of your existing cupboards or one Soft Close draw for each drawer under 22 inches in length and two for those larger than that length. Many people love to do their own remodeling work in their kitchen so that they have more of a say in their kitchen design projects. And everyone wants to save money too, so these two Soft Close products, the draws and the cupboards, work well to suit their needs. The ease of use and installation make it great for do-it-yourself home owners. So, if you would like some newer looking cupboards or would like your kitchen to have drawers that close quietly and easily, then you need to buy some Soft Close draws and Soft Close cupboards.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 21:52:23 PM. Cupboard By tommy. Organizing Tips - How to Organize Messy Cupboards There are many benefits to having organized cupboards and, specifically, kitchen cupboards. How many times have you been looking for a box of spaghetti and not been able to find it? Off to the store you go to buy yet another box of spaghetti, only to discover while looking for something else the following week that you now have enough spaghetti to feed a small army. Organized cupboards saves you money on your grocery bills, the time you had to take to go to the store and the aggravation of digging through the cupboards to come up empty-handed when you know you have the item you are looking for. Simple organization of your cupboards will put an end to all that hassle. If your cupboard space is small, invest in one or a few of the over the door racks that hold canned goods and smaller items. Plastic shelves designed for cupboards are also ideal to use in the kitchen. A great way to use them is for small items such as cups that can be stored on and below the shelf to save space in the cupboard and yet be accessible. Put boxed food, such as all your pasta items on one shelf. This includes macaroni noodles, the 42 boxes of spaghetti you now have, macaroni and cheese as well as your tomato, Alfredo and any canned or jar spaghetti sauce. Depending on the size of your cupboard shelves, designate a shelf for breakfast foods, a shelf for canned goods such as vegetables and fruits and a shelf for juice drinks, mixes, tea bags, coffee and hot coco. Put snack foods and lunch foods that the kids can help themselves to on a lower shelf so they can easily reach them. Of course, you will want to have guidelines concerning the availability of these snacks for the children. Invest in a label maker and label the shelves with the items that go on them. Now, if your spouse or kids help put the groceries away, they know where to put them. If you have a lot of cupboard space you could go as far as making a label for the outside of each cupboard. This, of course, would depend on the style of your kitchen and would need to be attractive as well as useful. Keeping your kitchen cupboards organized will not only save you time when you are running late and need to make a quick lunch or dinner but will also help the babysitter find the juice boxes if you step out for the evening. Colorado Over 50 was started by a Baby Boomer and his wife to address the challenges and joys of being part of the Baby Boomer generation.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 20:48:23 PM. Cupboard By kirby. The Timeless Kitchen Cupboard For as long as meals have been prepared in kitchens, there have been kitchen cupboards in most of those kitchens. Yet, in recent years there has been a new emphasis placed on the role of the kitchen cupboard. This is a positive development given that there may be no other cabinet in the home, which is used quite as much as the cupboard. Cupboards must be built in a solid fashion since they are accessed so much. One part of the standard cupboard, which must be able to handle high traffic, is the handles themselves. The reason this is so is because kitchen cupboard door handles are touched, turned, and grabbed throughout the day. What is it that constitutes appropriate handles? First, solid construction with both the correct material and the right size will make for good use. Second, are the pleasing to the eye and consistent with the rest of the room? Third, are they agreeable to the hands that touch them throughout the day? The handles being ergonomically safe will go a long way to make the handles useful for many years. There are currently six styles that kitchen cupboards are being designed and built in for consumers to enjoy. Within each design there is a wide scope of quality, which everyone needs to be aware of when shopping for this product. Some cupboards are hand built and others are not. Painting kitchen cupboards is also either done by hand or by some form of technology. No doubt those built and painted by hand will cost more, but the quality of the product is heads above the rest. The six styles shoppers can expect to find are traditional, Outdoor, Country, Old World, Contemporary, and Transitional. What consumers will also find is that these styles mirror those found in other kitchen cabinets as well. The Traditional style is one that fills the kitchen with a more formal, dressy feel due to the colors and wood grains incorporated. This design will remind many of early American and European architecture. At the other end of the style scale is the Contemporary look. This design has none of the formal sense about it, opting instead for geometrics and more of a random feeling. The Transitional style is a melting together of the Traditional and Contemporary to create a more warm and inviting environment. With the Transitional we have a pleasant match between two opposites found in the Traditional and Contemporary. The Outdoor design pretty much says it all on its own. Next is the Country design with its brighter and more upbeat color schemes. Also in the Country design consumers will enjoy the more comfortable setting this style attempts to foster. The last style is the Old World, so labeled because of its common use of hearths, which are reminders of Europe centuries ago. Most recognize cupboards for their use in the kitchen as a food storage and preparation necessity, but cupboards also serve another role. Cupboards can also be excellent decoration spots for prized family pieces. Since cupboards often have glass doors or fronts they offer a place to put these items for easy viewing by all.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 19:47:23 PM. Cupboard By steven. Mesmerizing Kitchen Cupboards and Appliances Every individual desires to bring some change in their life at some point. Similarly, just replacing those old kitchen appliances with new and mesmerizing kitchen cupboards and appliances can give a whole new look to your kitchen. Over the different designs of kitchen, appliances have come up in the market, so you can look for buying one of them. You may perceive that changing the look of the kitchen without spending much is a myth, but this can be true provided you invest your money judiciously on those things, which are essential for your kitchen such as kitchen cupboards and appliances. The appliances available in the market have different features. They have technology, design, décor or all in one. Advancement of technology has led to the advent of eco-friendly, efficient and elegant appliances that possess potential of uplifting the mood of your kitchen. Appliance manufacturers are launching different designs of appliances that can suit the requirements of the people from different strata of society. In recent times, kitchen appliances have become a necessity in every household. World is getting fast-paced and everyone desires to finish tasks quickly and thus, appliance manufacturers give due importance on this aspect. For instance, no one desires to waste their time on washing dishes, so dishwashers are an alternative for them. These dishwashers have special features such as steam cleaning and smart sensors for determining the dirt on the dish. Picking the Best Kitchen Cupboards: Kitchen without cupboards seems empty, so if you do not one possess one or have an old cupboard, then it is high time to purchase a cupboard. You may find it overwhelming seeing the options available for kitchen cupboards, but it is not at all an easy task. Therefore, you need to make the decision carefully, because this is the only way out to get the best kitchen cupboard. Initially, you need to determine your budget, because this is the most important thing for purchasing anything. If you think that you can spend a whole lot of money for the purchase of the cupboard, then you can go for high-end cabinets. Avoid those cabinets, which you cannot afford. Another important aspect is the design and feel of the cupboard you desire to have in your kitchen. This may assist you in the selection of colors and types of cabinets. If you desire to buy a contemporary design, then you need to look for the stores that deal in contemporary kitchen cupboards. If you desire to have a bold look for kitchen, then go for quirky cabinets. There are pre-designed cabinets available in the market, so you just need to order the color and size. It is essential for you to choose the type of material, because the material type determines the life of the cabinet. If you want to add life in your kitchen, then it is advisable to go for authentic cabinets designs.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 18:33:23 PM. Cupboard By justin. How To Make White Cupboards In Your Kitchen Look More Attractive These cupboards suit any type of kitchen. If you dont like the original designs of these types of cupboards, you can easily make changes on it, so that it is made suitable for your kitchen home decor. If need be, you can even break these cupboards up along with other accessories or by add colors to it. There is no need to worry about the cost associated with making changes in the existing designs of these white cupboards. Most of these can be changed easily without spending a large amount of money. The only thing is that you have to come up with certain strategies. This article provides you some useful information on how to carry out this task effectively. First of all, you have to gather information regarding the various options available so that you can easily select a plan that suits your budget as well as the kitchen. Try to find out the areas in your kitchen where the white cupboards look plain. The best method to find out this is by observing the kitchen at night and also during day time. You may need a few days for this. You can ask your family members also for their opinion regarding the appearance of white color in your kitchen. Replacing doors of these cupboards with glass is a good option and you can place some decorative items to give a perfect look to the cup boards. Use of antique mediums is also preferable especially, if you feel your kitchen is filled with white cupboards. Some people try to add wall stickers to their white cupboards. If you are considering this, try to use wall stickers that have relevance to the kitchen. Wall stickers of coffee cups, food items, utensils, etc are preferred than other types of wall papers. The use of hardware with contrasting colors in the kitchen is found to help in making the white cabinets look more attractive. Try to use attractive hardware on the doors of all cupboards. If you are considering changing the entire hardware, the overall design of the kitchen should be taken into consideration. Another option is to paint the surrounding walls with a different color. However, the overall design and painting of your kitchen should be considered before deciding on the color. These are some of the inexpensive and easy methods to make your white cupboards more attractive.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 18:31:23 PM. Cupboard By steven. Kitchen Cupboard Doors - Choosing the Look and Feel of Your Kitchen There are a wide variety of kitchen cupboard doors. From fine oak to maple wood, they are perfect for new homes and kitchens. With a vast repertoire of styles, their design features are of the highest quality. Several doors are available in traditional formats. These usually are richer in color and a bit bulkier. Contemporary doors are more streamlined, offering exquisite taste and texture. Although prices do range, you can pick up a nice set at an affordable price. This depends on the volume of doors needed, as well as special sales and promotions. At times, a vendor may even throw in a free door if multi units are ordered. The doors must also match the decor of the kitchen. From lighting to wallpaper, they are an integral part of the kitchen and highly visible. From new homes to remodeling, kitchen cupboard doors are very important. Since most of the meals are prepared in the kitchen, the doors must be convenient. This will enable products to be easily stored and removed for use. A door that is hard to open can be a problem. You will need a door that is fully functional and visually stunning. From lovely wooden grains to dazzling finishes, these doors are a key factor in any kitchen. You should, however, rely on the professionals to install these components. If you install the doors incorrectly, they can seriously damage the base and trim. There are a variety of on-line manuals that specialize in cupboard door installation. In addition, you would want doors that are resistant to moisture and cooking elements. Kitchen cupboard doors are available everywhere. From home appliance stores to furniture outlets, they are showcased in several kitchen settings. This is to help the customer visualize how it might look in their home. With so many different sizes, styles, and colors, it can be difficult to select the proper set. While most look for recommendations, others bring in photos of their kitchen. This offers the perfect way to mix and match sets, while comparing color schemes and durability. Its also a great way to sample cupboard door sets before making a purchase. You should, however, make sure the doors are brand new and not refurbished. If you are looking for used doors, then recycled materials are sure to be used. A certificate of authenticity is usually added with each new set. This is to ensure the buyer that the set is brand new and recently manufactured. The addition of kitchen cupboard doors is highly essential. Without them, your cabinets will appear bland an unattractive. With so many to choose from, you are sure to find a set that is suitable to your kitchen. From home improvement shows to publications, you can see what doors that experts recommend. This is a great way to ensure you are getting the most value. While most doors are made of wood, other doors consist of different materials. There are glass ensembles, aluminum designs, and even traditional brass pieces. No matter your taste, selecting the perfect set will beautify your kitchen in several ways.
Published at Saturday, December 03rd 2016, 17:19:23 PM. Cupboard By steven. Cupboard Locks - Easy Upgrades That Can Transform Your Home Security Protect Your Identity Our homes are full of valuable information about our lives and personal identity. In modern times identity theft crimes are on the increase and have become a very serious global problem. If an identity thief is able to access enough information about a person they can use this to commit a number of crimes. This could include fraud and even more serious felonies such as human trafficking. This is why it is more important than ever for you to protect your identity and ensure your confidential information is kept secure. • It is a good idea to invest in cupboard locks for your home. With these locks you will be able to add another layer of security to your belongings. • Just consider how much information you leave stored in cupboards and drawers around your home. This can include things like bank statements, unused store cards, identify documents (driving license or passport), mobile phone bills and more. • If this kind of information feel into the wrong hands it could cost you dear. Your identity could be stolen and use to commit crimes. This could leave you out of pocket and also facing a messy clean-up bill as you try to recover your identity. • To help prevent your important documents falling into the wrong hands you can fit cupboard locks. These low security interior locks are easy to fit and you can buy a range of designs online. • By securing your storage with cupboard locks you can help to ensure your personal information does not fall into the wrong hands. • This means you will be able to store away important paperwork and documents safely. • You should also consider fitting a proper locked safe for primary identity documents such as your passport, bank cards, birth/marriage certificates and driving license. Protect Young Children Young children are very curious about their surroundings. They can get into every corner of the home and this means they could be exposed to dangers. This is why it is essential to fit cupboard locks if you have young children. This will help to prevent them from getting in cupboards that could contain potentially harmful items such as cleaning products or alcohol. You should fit cupboard locks in the kitchen, garage, utility room and anywhere else in the home there could be potential risks. Cupboard locks are easy to fit and you should be able to find plenty of choices online for the cupboards in your home.


Wow! This is one of those science fiction novels that really makes you think about your personal beliefs and ask yourself, "how far is too far?" when it comes to human advancement in technology and science. In the 2100s, nanotechnology runs everything, and teleportation is the preferred method of travel. I used to love the idea of teleportation and the convenience of being able to teleport instead of drive around (and just imagine all of the international traveling you could do!), but after reading The Punch Escrow, I honestly hope it's scientifically impossible for teleportation to ever exist.
I was really intrigued by our main character's conflict in The Punch Escrow. About halfway through the novel the story gets even more interesting because we begin following both Joel Byrams, and I kept asking myself, "What would I do if I was somehow cloned and only one of us was allowed to live?" That's not a question I ask myself often while reading!
Fun note: This film version of this novel is currently in development, and I think it has the potential to be a fantastic science fiction movie. Let's hope they cast some great actors!


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Experian Reveals Mortgage Fraud Increases for Fifth Successive Year
NOTTINGHAM, England, April 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Experian Identity & Fraud has revealed that fraudulent applications for mortgages increased by eight per cent in 2011, marking the fifth consecutive year in which the rate of mortgage fraud has increased.
Around 34 in every 10,000 applications for mortgages were found to be fraudulent in 2011, compared to just 15 in every 10,000 in 2006.
The overall rate of fraud at the point of application across the UK's financial services sector increased by four per cent in 2011 to just over 17 in every 10,000 applications. In addition to record mortgage fraud figures, this overall increase was also driven by growth in insurance and current account fraud.
More than 90 per cent of attempted mortgage fraud in 2011 was down to individuals misrepresenting their personal information on applications. Typically, these first party frauds involved falsifying employment status or financial information, and, most commonly, attempting to hide an adverse credit history.
Experian's demographic insight revealed that Mosaic groups, the Terraced Melting Pot - young, poorly educated individuals living in small towns - and the Suburban Mindsets - predominantly middle aged, middle and skilled working class individuals - were both responsible for around 15 per cent of first party mortgage fraud cases in 2011. The young, well educated professionals of the Liberal Opinions were also prone to attempting first party mortgage fraud, being responsible for 13 per cent of cases.
Nick Mothershaw, UK&I director of Identity & Fraud at Experian said: "About 70 per cent of financial services application fraud in the UK fraud is down to first parties misrepresenting their circumstances, and the products such as mortgages and insurance that have seen fraud soar over the last year have a significant first party fraud element to them. This kind of fraud tends to originate from financially stressed segments of society."
Looking at other financial products, Experian found that insurance fraud UK rates reached 11 in every 10,000 applications and claims in 2011, an increase of 23 per cent over the last year. 89 per cent of insurance fraud was first-party led with the Terraced Melting Pot, Suburban Mindsets and Liberal Opinions demographics responsible for the most instances. Combined they accounted for 43 per cent of cases.
Current account fraud increased to 36 frauds in every 10,000 applications in 2011, up from 23 in every 10,000 in 2010. 60 per cent of current account fraud in 2011 was committed by first-parties, almost a quarter (23 per cent) of which was down to the Terraced Melting Pot demographic. The remaining 40 per cent of current account fraud attempts were down to third-party identity fraudsters seeking to open accounts as a springboard to obtain other credit products or for money laundering purposes.
Not all financial products saw fraud rates increase in 2011. Credit card fraud continued to fall, from 19 in every 10,000 applications in 2010 to 12 in every 10,000 in 2011. Automotive finance providers have also seen fraud rates fall. 23 in every 10,000 applications were found to be fraudulent in 2011, down from 38 in every 10,000 during 2010. 85 per cent of these frauds were first party.
Experian's Fraud Index utilises data from the National Hunter and Insurance Hunter fraud prevention systems, which Experian manages on behalf of its clients. These systems enable financial companies to analyse applications alongside previous ones and highlight inconsistencies which may be indicative of fraud.
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Experian is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients in more than 80 countries. The company helps businesses to manage credit risk, prevent fraud and banking fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making. Experian also helps individuals to check their credit report and credit score, and protect against identity theft.
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Welcome to Bestever Bakery, where our family has been serving Long Island with the finest baked goods and breads for many years. Our commitment to serving fresh, quality cakes, pies, cookies, and more comes from using only the finest ingredients in the hands of our skilled and passionate bakers. Our pride is in our work and the proof is in the taste.
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Darlington County, South Carolina
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Darlington County, SC
Until the early 1730's, no white man had attempted to establish a home this far into the back country along the upper Pee Dee; one of the first of whom there is any record was one Murfee, who cleared a plantation on the Pee Dee River somewhere in the vicinity of what is known today as Pocket landing. He was soon joined by an influx of Welshmen from Pennsylvania and Delaware.
In an effort to induce settlers to come to this area of South Carolina, the Colonial Government in 1736 and again in 1737, set aside two immense grants of land extending for miles along both sides of the Pee Dee River, for the exclusive use of the Welsh Baptist in Delaware who were contemplating removal to this Province. The entire length of Darlington County bounding on Pee Dee River lies within the limits of these two old Royal Grants.
The first village in the entire area and for many years, the only village within what is now Darlington County, sprang up on a bluff on the west side of the Pee Dee River, across from the original settlements and church in the Welsh Neck. It was chosen as the site for the Court House after Cheraws District was created in 1768. In this Court House, in 1774, a Petit Jury Presentment of grievances against the British Crown is among the earliest and boldest declarations of rights in the thirteen colonies. Long Bluff continued to be the seat of justice and commerce throughout the tragic days of the American Revolution.
In 1785, Darlington County was one of three counties created out of old Cheraws District; after some controversy, the site of the Court House of the new county was located on the plantation of John King, Sr. on Swift Creek, about the geographical center of the area. The village thus created was first known as Darlington Court House.
Source - A Brief History of Darlington County, SC
Modern Day Adjacent Counties
Darlington County is bordered by Marlboro, Chesterfield, Florence, Lee and Kershaw counties.
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1792 Citation - Drury Reeves Estate
Robert Reaves Estate Administration & Account
US Federal Census - Darlington Co., SC
1800 Census - Darlington Co., SC
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20 Towns in 20 Days: Dennis House heads to Hartford
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Channel 3's 20 Towns in 20 Days visits the second town of the series, with anchor Dennis House heading to Hartford.
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Channel 3's 20 Towns in 20 Days visits the second town of the series, with anchor Dennis House heading to Hartford.
Dennis features the different food ethnicities found throughout the city and will being giving $1,000 to a special charity during Eyewitness News at 5pm.
He'll be live from the arch in Bushnell Park, where he will be giving away t-shirts to residents.
In Hartford, you can eat in Italy, Korea, Ethiopia, and the Middle East, specifically Lebanon.
You the food at Tangiers in the west end.
Winfield Latif and his brothers make gyros, kebabs and their hottest seller is falafel.
"First, the process of grinding chick peas, we cook ours in extra virgin olive oil. We add tomatoes and onions and tzatziki, and it's delicious," said Latif.
The family recipe from Lebanon is top secret.
"It might be in a vault somewhere in the Middle East like the Kentucky Fried Chicken recipe somewhere," Latif said.
In Hartford, you can also get a taste of Brazil, Poland, or Jamaica.
IN the north end, Jamaican food brings out a huge crowd at Dunn's River.
"Over here we have the food friend chicken, the rice and beans, twenty-five pounds, lunch cooking right now," said Mark Brown.
The capital city's menu of the work also showcases Bosnia, Mexico, and at Barranquitas Bakery in Frog Hollow, the tasty treats of Cuba and Puerto Rico are big hits.
There are many local cuisines hidden throughout the city.
Dennis has chosen a very special organization to donate $1,000 to.
In Hartford, there's the Mark Twain House, Adriaen's Landing, the XL Center, the Riverfront, the Wadsworth and Bushnell Parks.
But beyond the skyscrapers and historic buildings of downtown are several organization working to improve the lives of some of the city's struggling residents.
At Our Piece of the Pie in Asylum Hill, the goal is to help young people get jobs.
"OPP is an organization that's been around 22 years and is the largest employer of youth in Hartford," said Enid Rey.
Enid Rey is the CEO of OPP and they rely heavily on grants and donations to help Connecticut's future.
"The typical OPP client is someone who does not have a high school diploma," Rey said.
Reylin Camilo is an example of what OPP can do.
"OPP has changed my life. I now have a job as a welder," Camilo said.
At OPP they teach respect, trust, and integrity.
To learn more about OPP click here.
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To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if the DEIS scheme will be expanded to additional schools in County Donegal on foot of a recent report which found a significant gap between DEIS and non-DEIS schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
My Department has introduced an objective, statistics based model for assessing which schools merit inclusion in the DEIS Programme, so that all stakeholders can have confidence that we are targeting extra resources at those schools with the highest levels of concentrated disadvantage.
The key data sources used in the DEIS identification process are the DES Primary Online Database (POD) and Post-Primary Online (PPOD) Databases, and CSO data from the National Census of Population as represented in the Pobal Haase Pratschke Deprivation Index (HP Index). The HP Index combines three underlying dimensions of affluence/disadvantage, identified as Demographic Profile, Social Class Composition and Labour Market Situation, to achieve a balanced measure of relative affluence and deprivation, which evenly applies across the urban-rural continuum. Variables used in the compilation of the HP Index include those related to demographic growth, dependency ratios, single parent rates, education levels, overcrowding, social class, occupation and unemployment rates. This data is combined with pupil data, anonymised and aggregated to small area, to provide information on the relative level of concentrated disadvantage present in the pupil cohort of individual schools. This data is applied uniformly to all schools in the country in a fair and objective way, to identify the relative level of concentrated disadvantage present in each school.
The calculation of the level of disadvantage in each school is based on the socio-economic background of their pupil cohort using centrally held data as previously outlined and is not based on the location of the school but on the geographical CSO Small Areas where the pupil cohort resides.
DEIS Plan 2017 states that the improved data on the socio-demographic of schools resulting from the new identification model will have an impact not only on the assessment of schools for inclusion in the programme but also on the scaling of resources to allow for more graduated levels of support. This is turn allows for the ultimate objective of allocating resources to best meet the identified need of individual schools.
In order to achieve this, the current identification model needs to be as accurate as possible and this requires the use of Eircode to ensure correct inputting of addresses. Further analysis is also required to examine other variables known to be strong predictors of educational disadvantage in the context of resource allocation.
Therefore, in order to ensure the quality of the address data and conduct further analysis it is not intended to extend the DEIS programme to any further schools until this work is complete.
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The health risk information presented here is summarized from Shoreland Travax®, a decision-support tool used by health care providers to perform a detailed health risk analysis based on specific locations, individual travel styles, and traveler risk behaviors. Travax provides practitioners current, independently researched malaria risk and prevention recommendations in a map-based format that goes beyond the annual WHO and CDC statements included here. Not included here are current reports from Travax of disease outbreaks or environmental events that may pose elevated risks to travelers' health and safety. The Providers section of this site offers a directory of health care providers who utilize Shoreland Travax for travel health counseling. Learn more about the detailed reports and maps available from these practitioners (includes links to samples).
Canada is an advanced economy classified as high income. Located in the northern half of North America, the climate is extremely diverse with classifications that range from cold polar (tundra and ice) to dry (semi arid), but is mainly humid cold (no dry season).
Depending on your itinerary, your personal risk factors, and the length of your visit, your health care provider may offer you vaccination against hepatitis B, influenza, measles, mumps, rubella, meningococcal meningitis, or rabies. Routine immunizations, such as those that prevent tetanus/diphtheria or "childhood" diseases, should be reviewed and updated as needed.
See also: Library article for Malaria
The following is current information as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC):
WHO—International Travel and Health (current online update, Country List)
No statement given.
CDC—Health Information for International Travel (current online edition)
Areas with malaria: None.
Drug resistance: Not applicable.
See also: Library article for Travelers' Diarrhea
Minimal risk exists throughout the country. Community sanitation is generally good, and health concerns related to food and beverages are minimal.
Travelers should carry loperamide for self-treatment of diarrhea and, if risk is moderate to high, an antibiotic to add if diarrhea is severe. Consult a knowledgeable health care provider regarding which antibiotic is appropriate for you and most effective for your destination.
Insect- and Arthropod-Borne Diseases
Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, West Nile virus may pose a risk. Personal protective measures are important.
Other Disease and Health Risks
Additional concerns include hantavirus.
The material below includes information from the U.S. Department of State (DOS), U.K. Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), as well as from additional open-source material. Standard safety precautions that apply to all international travel can be found in the Library article Safety and Security.
Terrorism Risk
Risk of attack by transnational terrorist groups exists throughout the country. Targets may include domestic and international organizations and businesses; public places and events, including those frequented by tourists; and transportation systems.
From 2014 through 2018, isolated attacks occurred throughout the country.
Negligible risk of violent crime and low risk of petty crime exist throughout the country, mainly in cities and areas frequented by tourists, including hotels and public transportation. Theft from vehicles is common in cities, including Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto.
Risk exists of robberies and/or assaults occurring after consuming intentionally drugged food or drink; tourists are frequently targeted.
Rent water sports equipment from reputable operators. Scuba dive only with personnel certified by PADI or NAUI and use equipment only from PADI- or NAUI-certified dive operators.
Other Safety Threats
Risk exists for fatal wildlife attacks. Travelers should closely follow regulations from local authorities and always maintain a safe distance from wildlife.
Low risk of traffic-related injury or death exists. The road-traffic death rate is less than 7 per 100,000 population, the lowest risk category.
Traffic flows on the right-hand side of the road. Travelers (including drivers and pedestrians) accustomed to traffic moving on the opposite side should be vigilant when navigating traffic.
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has determined that the civil aviation authority of this country oversees its air carriers in accordance with minimum international safety standards.
Winter storms frequently occur, especially in Alberta and British Colombia provinces. Avalanches may occur.
Extreme cold (which can lead to cold-related injury) occurs from October through May in northern areas.
Forest fires occur from May through August in western areas.
Seismic activity occurs, especially in British Columbia Province and Yukon Territory.
Selected Embassies or Consulates in Canada
United States: 613-688-5335; ca.usembassy.gov
United Kingdom: [+1] 613-237-1530; www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-ottawa
Australia: [+1] 613-236-0841; canada.embassy.gov.au
Canada's Embassies or Consulates in Selected Countries
In the U.S.: www.canadianembassy.org
In the U.K.: www.canadainternational.gc.ca/united_kingdom-royaume_uni
In Australia: www.australia.gc.ca
Visa/HIV Testing
HIV and hepatitis testing may be required to obtain a work or residence visa.


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After 2 years of intensive collaboration with the British government and Callcredit, Digidentity is now available to provide a digital identity for British citizens. This will enable the British public to interact with the government online in a secure and simple way, while ensuring and maintaining the privacy of the user. Digidentity provides the Dutch government's virtual ID 'DigiD' and is a member and contributor to various international identity schemes.
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The story of Helio Basin Brewing takes us back to Meadville, Pennsylvania at Allegheny College where Mike Conley and Dustin Hazer met at their fraternity. Sharing a passion for craft beer, Mike and Dustin quickly became great friends, growing from frat pack to brew crew, dreaming of the day that they could start their own brewery. But before they could pursue that endeavor, they knew that other work had to be done post-graduation prior to reconnecting on their brewery vision. So after those graduation caps were thrown into the crisp Pennsylvania air, the two set off in different directions, knowing that they would reconnect down the road to team up for their hoppy venture.
After college, Mike went on to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a Marine Corps Officer which would eventually station him in Okinawa, Japan. After an 11-month service of duty in Afghanistan and rising to the rank of First Lieutenant, he headed back to Arizona to continue his education at ASU, learning more about the business side of starting a brewery. Eventually finishing a business internship at Draught Works Brewery in Missoula, MT, Mike returned to Phoenix ready as ever to kickoff the groundwork for Helio Basin Brewing.
Meanwhile in Chicago, Dustin finished his studies at a brewing academy and scored his first brewing gig in Western New York. After two years at Ellicottville Brewing Company, he moved to Tempe for an opportunity to work with Four Peaks Brewing. After three years in Tempe, another opportunity arose for Dustin that would be an excellent chance to expand his brewing skill set even further, this time landing him back in Western New York. After serving as the Brewmaster at Southern Tier Brewing for four years, Dustin circled back to Phoenix with an unmatched artistry for the craft.
Fast forward to August 2016, Mike and Dustin were finally ready to start laying out the groundwork together for the brewery they had been working towards since their college days in Pennsylvania.
With the beer side of the brewery ready to go, all they needed now was a chef! Enter the magician who's bitchin' in the kitchen, Tamara Stanger (I know, I should pursue a rap career but my passion has landed me here). On a serious note, she chops it like it's hot and will have you ignoring your full stomach, drooling for a second tasty dish and another delicious brew to go with it. Today, Mike, Dustin, and Tamara make up one of the most well rounded breweries pursuing the craft. Helio Basin Brewing is here to make their mark in the craft beer world and we get to taste the legacy they're building, one delectable dish and brew at a time.
This Thursday, April 19th, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM, you can taste some of that mouthwatering brew at Helton Brewing Company for AZ Food & Beer Pour – Acoustics & Ales. Come enjoy beers by Helton, Helio Basin, and Goldwater. Food will be served from Nelson Fish Market, Noble Bread, and Helton.
For your entertainment, Kim Capria will be strumming acoustics and Katia Kral will be doing a live painting throughout the event. You can get your tickets here. Tickets are $30 per person and includes two 10-oz beers from each brewery along with food tastings.
There's no better way to power yourself through the work week than by hanging out with some awesome people (i.e. me) drinking some badass beer and stellar food this Thursday at the AZ Food & Beer Pour – Acoustic & Ales.
Keaton has had a passion for beer ever since he can remember. From dark stouts to light and crisp lagers, Keaton's palate can appreciate a beer of any style. In early 2017, Brewz Traveler was born and has become his passion project dedicated to helping lift up small independent breweries by showcasing their delectable hoppy concoctions. In late 2018, Keaton and his fiancé will be hitting the open road in a motorhome with their puppy Lily to explore North America, checking out all of the awesome breweries along the way.
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A View From the Easel During Times of Quarantine
This week, artists reflect on quarantining from their studios in New Jersey, New York, and Wisconsin.
by Elisa Wouk Almino November 6, 2020 November 6, 2020
This is the 182nd installment of a series in which artists send in a photo and a description of their workspace. In light of COVID-19, we've asked participants to reflect on how the pandemic has impacted their studio space and/or if their work process has changed while quarantining. Want to take part? Please submit your studio! Just check out the submission guidelines.
Anne Muntges, Jersey City, New Jersey
My studio has become an oasis, an urban glowing desert, since the shut down for pandemic began in Brooklyn. Drawing is my refuge from the chaos in the world. It helps me to process information and build worlds that ease my anxiety.
I was fortunate in that the pandemic aligned with a residency and studio space at Mana Contemporary. My work ebbs between traditional drawing, pen and ink, and immersive drawing installations — three-dimensional objects transformed into drawings. Hunkering down as we have in the city, plants felt therapeutic. It only felt natural to begin to build them up obsessively during this time so that I could begin to surround myself with the comfort of their nurturing presence.
Piece by piece, this work keeps growing and with the time given in the slowdown, I will continue to convert this landscape until I am fully immersed in drawing and plants.
Nancy Azara, Woodstock, New York
On Tuesday, March 17, my partner and I fled our Tribeca studio for Woodstock, NY. The city streets were deserted — no St. Patrick's Day Parade, no people. At first I felt shell-shocked as we had in the middle of 9/11. The fear on the faces of neighbors, the fear on the news programs, our own fear and confusion mixed into a kind of paralysis.
In Woodstock, living in the mountains with its trees and sky was healing. Gradually, I began to work again. The large vine pictured in the back of the photo was adjusted onto a steel base. I named it "The Cradle." The Young Cherry tree, which died after blooming, began another life, between human and tree … and the familiar pattern which I spent my days in the studio returned. The old barn is perfect in the summer as it has no heat and is open to the elements. Its space keeps the trajectory of a tree with branches and trunks and vines in dialogue.
In the background are works in stages of completion. I sit and look at them, not having any idea of what to do next. In spite of all of this, it was a beautiful spring. Bleak times, yet the garden brought daffodils and tulips and happy singing birds.
Tiana Traffas, La Crosse, Wisconsin
A month ago my husband suggested we rip out some old carpet and repaint our unfinished basement so we could turn it into a studio space! It has poor lighting and it's not ideal, but it's mine! I've just begun to make new work in the studio and I am loving it. I am home with my seven-year-old when I work, so she has a little corner where she can color and draw with me. I think it's important for her to see me painting and preparing for shows. I also gave her a wall to paint all by herself and she chose to make a mural of her pet fish "Bubbles." (It's awesome.) This new studio space means I have so much more space to work in. I can finally paint larger now that I'm not stuck at a small desk in the living room. At the beginning of the pandemic I felt too overwhelmed to make art. But this autumn I have had a real jolt of creative energy. I have been making a lot of new work and planning new projects!
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Elisa Wouk Almino is a senior editor at Hyperallergic. She is based in Los Angeles. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram. More by Elisa Wouk Almino


If you hail from a metroplex crime-scape like San Francisco you know that bridges, rivers and lakes are a pain to commute around when you have places to be. Tolls, accidents, inconsiderate drivers, and of course traffic jams all create the illusion that these natural and man made features of the landscape are but mere annoyances, slowing or stopping us from being productive in our daily lives. This far from the truth.
Here in the American Redoubt these features give us our abundant recreational activities and are the KEY to the success of REGIONAL SAFETY plans to us Northern Redoubters!
As you look forward to your own Strategic Relocation to the American Redoubt, one of the many facets of your criteria will be the location of your property. Regardless if you're planning to be a full time resident of the American Redoubt, or like many before you, purchase a bug-out property that can be used for an immediate use, you'll need to go through a lengthy decision process to determine the right location.
There are so many factors to discuss regarding the most important facet of a Strategic Relocation, that we will simply cover the Overall Safety / Defensive location selection criteria based upon the lakes, rivers & bridges of the far northern region of the American Redoubt (North Idaho and N/W Montana). We will visit and evaluate other safe regions of the Redoubt in the future.
The main threats during a major collapse or disaster will be from Seattle and the Spokane / Couer d' Alene (CDA) metroplex regions. Threats from neighboring Missoula and Kalispell are to be considered, however they are much lower than the major threats from much larger cities. Spokane, Post Falls, CDA, Kalispell and Missoula have a combined estimated population of 380,000 and this is not counting the population of the outlying counties each city lies in. Above, we can see how the local lakes, rivers and bridges create islands of refuge from mobile threats such as refugees (bio-threats / plagues) and criminal gangs and marauders during a collapse. There are approximately 17 bridges that can be used to stop travel and limit access only to those that have business in the protected regions. The Red and Blue regions above delineate safe zones where you may consider purchasing your retreat property.
The Red arrows show possible avenues of approach to the far northern part of the American Redoubt region.
Northern Idaho, like N/W Montana has two major safe regions (or zones) along with many micro-locales that provide additional safety due to localized terrain features that will be covered in depth in a blog post. For those that need to purchase property in Region C, we highly recommend purchasing an acre or two of vacant land in Region A, as a fall back rally point. There are four major crossings which will be key to the safety of Region B properties; Usk, WA (1) / Newport, WA (2) / Priest River, WA (3) and the 'Long Bridge' at Sandpoint, Idaho (4). The Sandpoint area is a spectacular four season mountain town to live in and around, however, it's the first line of defense to stop threats to Region A, north of Bonners Ferry. We have not covered crossings on Railroad tracks and hydro-electric dams (normally foot and limited small vehicle accessibility), however, these are of concern that will be discussed in a later blog post as well.
The map shows the overall Safety ratings for Northern Idaho and N/W Montana.
Far Northern Idaho, in and around Bonners Ferry offers first place for safety in the Northern American Redoubt Region. There are a total of four bridges with two major crossings over the Kootenai River which will be key to the safety of all properties; The main Highway 95 bridge at Bonners Ferry (2) and the 468ft tall Moyie River bridge at Moyie Springs, Idaho. This bridge and checkpoint will be key to establishing control of the Hydro-electric dam on the Moyie River. Bonners Ferry acquired its own hydroelectric facilities in 1921 and expanded it several times; three powerhouses about 1000 feet downstream were built in 1921, 1941, and 1982, and their combined output totals just under 4 megawatts. Bonners Ferry is one of only a few select Idaho cities with its own municipally owned hydropower source. The Copeland bridge (1) stops any threats that sidestepped the Bonners Ferry checkpoint. There is a set of small bridges over the Moyie River at (4) that create a tiny island northward.
The map details the Rivers and Bridges that create one of the best 'Islands of Refuge' in the Northern Redoubt.
Bonner County in Northern Idaho is the home of Sandpoint, Priest River and a host of other smaller towns and communities offering the best local / remote access to various services for those that don't want to or can't be too far away. A series of small bridges over the Priest River (4) heading north to Priest Lake raise the rating of the far reaches of the micro-locale to AAA. Plentiful water highlights many properties on the 30 plus mile drive to Nordman and the National Forest. One way in /out binds the local community tightly and makes for a great retreat area. Priest River proper and the Selle valley, although beautiful, are too close to possible threats, but make for great mini-farms and ease to town. The eastern side of the Selle Valley rises into the Cabinet Mountains through several noteworthy drainage's that offer great defensive and fallback positions when SHTF. The Pack River drainage is also a one-way in/out retreat area, with some of the best snow machine trails in the region and the gateway to the Selkirk Mountains. Southern Boundary County offers retreat property just north of the strategic McArther Lake 'S' turn (5) offering excellent southern exposure on most properties and a short jump across the BF bridge (6) to the safety of Region A.
With the Kootenai River flowing from Canada and making its way west to Idaho and then back to Canada, Northwest Montana may well be one of the safest regions in the entire American Redoubt with hidden gems in tiny micro-locales. Mini Mico-locales such as the Yaak and West Kootenia are special places and provide the ultimate in remote and peaceful living both before and well after any major collapse event. You'll probably never know the world has ended there!
Map of the Mystical N/W Montana Prepper Havens!
For more detailed information please contact Survival Retreat Consulting.