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Monday, April 28, 2014

The Windows 8.1 Start menu could show up this summer | PCWorld

The Windows 8.1 Start menu could show up this summer | PCWorld


"The score is 2-1 in favor of the Start menu landing on Windows 8.1 while the weather's still warm. Following reports claiming the Start menu would appear this fall, two well known Microsoft watchers say the highly anticipated update could be here before the summer is out.

Both the Verge's Tom Warren and ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley report that Microsoft hopes to deliver the Start menu to Windows 8.1 users by August." Read more; 
http://www.pcworld.com/article/2147013/start-menu-coming-to-windows-8-1-this-fall-not-so-fast-windows-watchers-say.html#tk.nl_today

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ALAMOGORDO, N.M.: Diggers find Atari's E.T. games in landfill | Business | ADN.com

ALAMOGORDO, N.M.: Diggers find Atari's E.T. games in landfill | Business | ADN.comhttp://www.adn.com/2014/04/25/3442598/diggers-ready-to-unearth-ataris.html#emlnl=Morning_Newsletter

"BY JUAN CARLOS LLORCA Associated Press April 25, 2014"

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. — A decades-old urban legend was put to rest Saturday when workers for a documentary film production company recovered "E.T." Atari game cartridges from a heap of garbage buried deep in the New Mexico desert.

The "Atari grave" was, until that moment, a highly debated tale among gaming enthusiasts and other self-described geeks for 30 years. The story claimed that in its death throes, the video game company sent about a dozen truckloads of cartridges of what many call the worst video game ever to be forever hidden in a concrete-covered landfill in southeastern New Mexico.

The search for the cartridges of a game that contributed to the demise of Atari will be featured in an upcoming documentary about the biggest video game company of the early '80s.

As a backhoe scattered a huge scoop of 30-year-old trash and dirt over the sand, the film crew spotted boxes and booklets carrying the Atari logo. Soon after, a game cartridge turned up, then another and another.

Read more here: http://www.adn.com/2014/04/25/3442598/diggers-ready-to-unearth-ataris.html#emlnl=Morning_Newsletter

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Monday, April 21, 2014

The biggest issue in government that no one talks about

The biggest issue in government that no one talks abouthttp://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/04/04/the-biggest-issue-in-government-that-no-one-talks-about/?wpisrc=nl_inn 

BY MATT MCFARLAND April 4, 2014

"Our opinion of government workers is notoriously low. Just look at these suggested searches from Google.
While Silicon Valley start-ups reinvent the world, most government agencies can only dream of being innovators. Basic competence on tech projects is a struggle, as the rollout of HealthCare.com illustrated.
At a GE-hosted event in Washington on Thursday addressing the future of work" Read more:  http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/04/04/the-biggest-issue-in-government-that-no-one-talks-about/?wpisrc=nl_inn 


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Saturday, April 19, 2014

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Obama-Cantor relationship sours - News from The Hill By Mike Lillis

News from The Hill

Obama-Cantor relationship sours By Mike Lillis

How are relations between President Obama and Rep. Eric Cantor (R-Va.)? Well, it's complicated.

Earlier this month, the House majority leader stood by Obama's side as the president signed a pediatric research law championed by Cantor. It marked a rare case of ideological opposites joining forces to move legislation in an election year.

Just two weeks later, the kumbaya moment was old news. The powerful politicians this week traded barbs over which party is to blame for the House's failure to consider immigration reform legislation — a spat suggesting the odds are long that Congress will overhaul the system in 2014.

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Coloring eggs for Easter

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Pastor Sarah Dorrance announces the winners Taylorsville TUMC Run to the Cross

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Thursday, April 17, 2014

Birdies coffee shop in Westminster carries wonderful gluten-free menu items. :-)

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Flyer, information and entry form for the Easter 5K Run to the Cross April 19, 2014 at Taylorsville United Methodist Church

Flyer, information and entry form for the Easter 5K Run to the Cross April 19, 2014 at Taylorsville United Methodist Church


According to information from the Taylorsville United Methodist Church website, the first ever ‘Run to the Cross’ will take place this Saturday in Taylorsville, Carroll County, Maryland.

If you are looking to get outside after a long-cold winter of being cooped-up inside, this is a great family event for everyone to enjoy – and celebrate spring and Easter. And oh, was it mentioned that there will also be great food available - pulled pork sandwiches. And all the proceeds go to several good causes…

The 5 K run will go from South Carroll High School to Taylorsville United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. (TUMC). (You can run this or walk this 5 K.)

This 5 K run will travel west on Route 26, cross Route 27 (with State Police help) and travel south on Route 27 to TUMC.

At the end of the race enjoy live music, pulled pork sandwiches (free for runners) and the final awards ceremony.

This run is a joint venture brought to you by TUMC and SCHS’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes. (FCA)

Proceeds will be given to both the FCA and the No More Malaria Campaign. (Every 60 seconds a child dies in Africa of Malaria. This campaign has already cut that number in half, we want to stop deaths from malaria.) Your entry fee will be tax deductible.

There are two ways to register: One is to download the run entry form, fill it out, and mail it back to TUMC along with a check. Please register by April 6th. The registration fee is $10 for students; $15 for SCHS Alum; and $20 for adults.

The second way to register is to click below. Make sure you have a credit card ready and you can register totally on line.

Note there is a 2-4 dollar increase to offset on-line costs.

Click here to download a run entry form.




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For more of the story, read the great article by Carroll County Times reporter Carrie Ann Knauer

5K Run to the Cross April 19, 2014 Taylorsville United Methodist Church

Running to the cross Posted: Friday, March 28, 2014 By Carrie Ann Knauer Times correspondent




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To get involved

Event: “Run to the Cross” 5K race

Date and time: starting at 10 a.m. April 19, 2014

Location: Departing from South Carroll High School, 1300 W. Old Liberty Road, Winfield, and going to Taylorsville United Methodist Church

Cost: $10 for students, $15 for SCHS alumni or members of the Westminster Road Runners Club, and $20 for adults for those who register by April 6; preregistration after April 6 will cost an additional $5 per person, and an extra $10 per person for those who register on the day of the race between 9 and 9:30 a.m.

Info: visit www.taylorsvilleumc.org, email taylorsvilleumc@comcast.net or call 410-875-4101

Online registration: available at www.raceit.com, though the costs will include an extra $2 to $4 to make up for charges imposed by the website

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Upcoming April and May 2014
Westminster Road Runners Club and community running events

April 5, 2014

Westminster Road Runners Club
Kevin E. Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.org

WRRC Races
May 3 - Sandymount 4-mile
May 29 - Owl 2-Mile Track Run (Twilight Series Begins!)

Community Races

April 19 - 5K Run to the Cross Click here for more info.
April 19 - Bolt for Bolts 5K
April 19 - Milk Run 5K (sponsored by Carroll County Food Sunday)
April 26 - 5K to Benefit Change

May 4 - 2nd Annual Running 4 Kids 4K (flier attached)
May 10 - Flower & Jazz Benefit 5K
May 24 - Run of the Mill Run of Color 5K & 1M

Easter, family, food, Pastor Sarah B. Dorrance, Taylorsville United Methodist Church, pulled pork sandwiches, malaria, running, walking, Carroll County

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Man at Hospital Ordered to Pay $525 for Refilling 89-Cent Drink - Trending Now on Patch - Westminster, MD Patch

Man at Hospital Ordered to Pay $525 for Refilling 89-Cent Drink - Trending Now on Patch - Westminster, MD Patch

http://westminster.patch.com/groups/trending-in-america/p/man-at-hospital-ordered-to-pay-525-for-refilling-89cent-drink

Man also banned from working at VA Medical Center. Posted by  (Editor) , 

"The cost of a drink isn't what it used to be for a North Charleston man who was slapped with a $525 fine for refilling his 89-cent drink and now faces federal charges.

On-site construction worker Chris Lewis told WCSC News he didn't know refills at the VA Medical Center in downtown Charleston weren't free.

A hospital spokesperson called it a "theft of government property," the station reported." Read more: 
http://westminster.patch.com/groups/trending-in-america/p/man-at-hospital-ordered-to-pay-525-for-refilling-89cent-drink 

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5K Run to the Cross April 19, 2014 Taylorsville United Methodist Church

Running to the cross Posted: Friday, March 28, 2014 9:00 pm By Carrie Ann Knauer Times correspondent





To get involved

Event: “Run to the Cross” 5K race

Date and time: starting at 10 a.m. April 19, 2014

Location: Departing from South Carroll High School, 1300 W. Old Liberty Road, Winfield, and going to Taylorsville United Methodist Church

Cost: $10 for students, $15 for SCHS alumni or members of the Westminster Road Runners Club, and $20 for adults for those who register by April 6; preregistration after April 6 will cost an additional $5 per person, and an extra $10 per person for those who register on the day of the race between 9 and 9:30 a.m.

Info: visit www.taylorsvilleumc.org, email taylorsvilleumc@comcast.net or call 410-875-4101

Online registration: available at www.raceit.com, though the costs will include an extra $2 to $4 to make up for charges imposed by the website

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While many Christian congregations have activities or services scheduled for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday, Easter Saturday is often a quiet day that slips by before the celebrations on Easter Sunday.

But Taylorsville United Methodist Church is hoping to start a new Easter Saturday tradition with the “Run to the Cross” 5K race.

“The whole point is you’re running to the cross the day before Easter and looking to see it’s empty, and the next day you’re going to see that the tombstone is rolled away,” said the Rev. Sarah Dorrance, pastor of Taylorsville UMC. “It’s very specific, rain or shine, on Easter Saturday.”

Dorrance said she got the idea of the church hosting a 5K race while talking to colleagues from other parts of the country. Read more here: http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/religion/running-to-the-cross/article_5a6ef6b4-c8c1-5fa0-a54d-5b161e2760f9.html
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MOKPO, South Korea: Fears rise for missing in South Korea ferry sinking | World | ADN.com

MOKPO, South Korea: Fears rise for missing in South Korea ferry sinking | World | ADN.com: BY FOSTER KLUG AND YOUKYUNG LEE The Associated Press April 15, 2014

"MOKPO, SOUTH KOREA — Strong currents and bad visibility hampered rescuers Thursday in the search for 287 passengers still missing more than 24 hours after their ferry flipped onto its side and filled with cold water off the southern coast of South Korea, causing fury among families waiting for word of passengers who were mostly high school students."

http://www.adn.com/2014/04/15/3427362/2-dead-after-ferry-sinks-off-south.html#emlnl=Morning_Newsletter

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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Sandy Matthias announces the winners after 33rd annual Westminster Main St Mile

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33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile is under way

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It is a pretty day for the 33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile

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33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile is visited by a train

33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile is visited by a train
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33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile is ready to run #KED

33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile is ready to run
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33rd annual Westminster Main St Mile registration at Westminster Recreation #KED

33rd annual Westminster Main St Mile registration at Westminster Recreation
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Folks are starting to gather for 33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile #KED

Folks are starting to gather for 33rd annual Westminster Main Street Mile
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Tuesday, April 15, 2014

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich.: Whitefish shortage causing Passover meal problems | Business | ADN.com

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich.: Whitefish shortage causing Passover meal problems | Business | ADN.com

"TRAVERSE CITY, MICH. — A shortage of whitefish in the Great Lakes region resulting partly from the winter deep freeze is coming at an inconvenient time for Jewish families: the Passover holiday, when demand is high because it's a key ingredient in a traditional recipe." http://www.adn.com/2014/04/14/3425445/whitefish-shortage-causing-passover.html#emlnl=Morning_Newsletter

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Doug Glanville racial profiling case: A Connecticut police officer assumed the ex-Phillie

Doug Glanville racial profiling case: A Connecticut police officer assumed the ex-Phillie

By  

 http://www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2014/04/14/doug_glanville_racial_profiling_case_a_connecticut_police_officer_assumed.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=18eb889868&mc_eid=b27361148d

"Author, UPenn alum, and former Major League Baseball player Doug Glanville writes in the Atlantic today about being approached by a police officer who suspected him of illegally soliciting work as an itinerant laborer—while he was shoveling his own driveway in a well-to-do part of Hartford, Conn. "

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Monday, April 14, 2014

Harvard: That time the Linguistics Department accused female students at the Divinity School of pronoun envy.

Harvard: That time the Linguistics Department accused female students at the Divinity School of pronoun envy.: "By Mike Vuolo"is a phrase
coined by Cal Watkins of the Harvard Linguistics Department in November 1971
Above are the opening, very matter-of-fact lines of "Pronoun Envy," written by the poet and classicist Anne Carson and published February in the New Yorker. The poem unfolds briefly as a straightforward narrative—involving "female students" and male pronouns—before lifting off, as Carson put it to me, "as a sort of air balloon whose buoyancy depends on bits of 'meaningless plunging' that hold up the corners." Beneath the exquisite wordplay, though, and the compelling imagery and the meaningless plunging, a phrase borrowed from the poet Wallace Stevens, is a real story about language and gender.
In the fall of 1971, Linda Barufaldi, then a student in the master's program at Harvard Divinity School, enrolled in "Eschatology and Politics." The class, also known as "Church 174," was about the influence of religion and spirituality on liberation movements, fertile ground after a decade of protests, marches, and many an "-in" in the service of social change.
http://www.slate.com/blogs/lexicon_valley/2014/04/10/harvard_that_time_the_linguistics_department_accused_female_students_at.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=00546b2049&mc_eid=b27361148d

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Sunday, April 13, 2014

100-Year-Old Message In A Bottle Plucked From Baltic Sea : The Two-Way : NPR


"by SCOTT NEUMAN April 08, 2014
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Coffee grits and pancakes at IHOP after Grace Lutheran Church on Palm Sunday

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Pastor Kevin Clementson leads us in a discussion about Palm Sunday at Grace

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Reading & studying our way through Palm Sunday Grace Lutheran Church Westminster

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Observing Palm Sunday Grace Lutheran Church in Westminster Md in Pastor's study

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Saturday, April 12, 2014

The Write of Center.: The Lessons of Military Warfare - Words of Wisdom ...

The Write of Center.: The Lessons of Military Warfare - Words of Wisdom ...: One of the history’s greatest military minds, Sun Tzu, has had a long history of influence over those who would carry out the plans of warf... Columns by H.J. Charlebois, Jr...
One of the history’s greatest military minds, Sun Tzu, has had a long history of influence over those who would carry out the plans of warfare for two-thousand years.
His writings compiled in The Art of War have withstood the test of time. They have even been used outside of arena of warfare in other strategic endeavors. Our military and civilian leaders should pay heed to his words...  http://www.thewriteofcenter.com/2014/04/the-lessons-of-military-warfare-words.html
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Reply-all email chain fail: The email trick to help you avoid them.

Reply-all email chain fail: The email trick to help you avoid them.:

By Lowen Liu

http://www.slate.com/blogs/future_tense/2014/04/09/reply_all_email_chain_fail_the_email_trick_to_help_you_avoid_them.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=ca5b8b9593&mc_eid=b27361148d

"No storm leaves as long a swath of destruction in your email inbox as the endless reply-all chain, and this week a Category 5 has been tearing through the journo-verse: a PR notice (for Netflix’s new show Marco Polo—see it!) that made the fatal error of listing all recipients in the public CC field, rather than the private BCC field. What happened next will not surprise you:"

[...] http://www.slate.com/blogs/future_tense/2014/04/09/reply_all_email_chain_fail_the_email_trick_to_help_you_avoid_them.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=ca5b8b9593&mc_eid=b27361148d

Or you could use this simple Gmail button:
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As explained on Google support, the “mute” button will hide all future messages in the conversation—but not delete them, should you ever one day desire to confront the darkness you once avoided. Why Google gave such a powerful tool such a slight (though appropriate) name and tucked it under the “more” menu, I don’t know. But I know better than to question the gift... http://www.slate.com/blogs/future_tense/2014/04/09/reply_all_email_chain_fail_the_email_trick_to_help_you_avoid_them.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=ca5b8b9593&mc_eid=b27361148d
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Friday, April 11, 2014

NSA knew about, exploited Heartbleed for years: Bloomberg report.

NSA knew about, exploited Heartbleed for years: Bloomberg report.: By Lily Hay Newman

"It just doesn't end. Bloomberg is reporting that, according to “two people familiar with the matter,” the NSA has known about the Heartbleed vulnerability for at least two years—and was using it to collect information about people instead of, you know, telling someone about it and getting it fixed.

With millions of websites compromised, people all over the world changing their passwords for protection, the Canadian government suspending electronic tax filing, and people speculating about whether Heartbleed is the “worst vulnerability ever,” this could end up looking pretty bad for the agency. Good thing it already has a sparkly-clean public image, or it might be in trouble.

According to Bloomberg, it doesn’t seem that the NSA created Heartbleed—it just  found the bug and used it. " http://www.slate.com/blogs/future_tense/2014/04/11/nsa_knew_about_exploited_heartbleed_for_years_bloomberg_report.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=67b8a19711&mc_eid=b27361148d


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Elena Kagan and Sylvia Burwell: The Supreme Court justice got pretty salty on the new HHS nominee back in the day.

Elena Kagan and Sylvia Burwell: The Supreme Court justice got pretty salty on the new HHS nominee back in the day.By 

Today, President Obama is nominating former Office of Management and Budget director Sylvia Burwell to take Kathleen Sebelius’ newly-vacant position as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Politico’s story on Burwell highlights her résumé (she comes from a McKinsey–Gates Foundation–Robert Rubin–Larry Summers line of center-left technocracy) and the challenges her new job presents (Obamacare Obamacare Obamacare). And then there’s this...  http://www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2014/04/11/elena_kagan_and_sylvia_burwell_the_supreme_court_justice_got_pretty_salty.html?wpisrc=newsletter_jcr:content&mc_cid=67b8a19711&mc_eid=b27361148d 
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