http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/getFeed.kickAction?quantity=25 New blogs from LoweryJohnson on iComm Student Media Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:15:57 GMT Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:15:57 GMT byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) KickApps Feed Builder 2009-12-01T23:15:57Z 10 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/searchEverything.kickAction?as=96698&sortType=recent 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Street-parking-extends-to-Dec-15/BLOG/1534253/96698.html As of Dec. 15 students will no longer be allowed to park on city streets between the hours of 2 to 7 a.m. without being ticketed or towed. The date, originally set at Nov. 15, has been pushed back since there has been no need for snowplows to come through. “The city decided to move it to later on when there’s more snow. We couldn’t ticket people for blocking snowplows and leave them wondering since there isn’t any snow. Plus, it gives more time to park on the road,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. When the ordinance goes into place, there will be about two weeks of warnings. After that, citations are issued and street parkers run the risk of getting towed. “The citations are $15, and we do tow if we have a snow storm and there are cars on the street,” Lewis said. Every winter the police department gets complaints from citizens that are unable to navigate through the snowy or icy roads. “We have a certain population each year that’s madder than crap that we give citations, and then the other half is madder than heck that they can’t get through the unplowed roads,” Lewis said.The simple solution is complying with the parking ordinance by parking off the roads between 2 and 7 a.m.  This helps alleviate the stress, not only on the police department but also on the city snowplows.The police department states that in the past, snowplows have hit cars while trying to navigate through the roads, but if cars are moved it speeds up plowing time and makes it safer for plows.Lewis said that overnight parking is a big problem near the university. University parking services recommended parking “where you’re supposed to,” most likely in assigned apartment lots. But Lewis said around College Ave. there is a lot of overcrowding. “I don’t know if it’s because there isn’t room in the lots or if they’re bringing too many cars, but they park on the road and it’s a mess in the winter,” Lewis said. Whatever the reason for students parking on the street, Lewis warns that the police department is pretty diligent with writing citations.  As of Dec. 15 students will no longer be allowed to park on city streets between the hours of 2 to 7 a.m. without being ticketed or towed. The date, originally set at Nov. 15, has been pushed back since there has been no need for snowplows to come through. “The city decided to move it to later on when there’s more snow. We couldn’t ticket people for blocking snowplows and leave them wondering since there isn’t any snow. Plus, it gives more time to park on the road,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. When the ordinance goes into place, there will be about two weeks of warnings. After that, citations are issued and street parkers run the risk of getting towed. “The citations are $15, and we do tow if we have a snow storm and there are cars on the street,” Lewis said. Every winter the police department gets complaints from citizens that are unable to navigate through the snowy or icy roads. “We have a certain population each year that’s madder than crap that we give citations, and then the other half is madder than heck that they can’t get through the unplowed roads,” Lewis said.The simple solution is complying with the parking ordinance by parking off the roads between 2 and 7 a.m.  This helps alleviate the stress, not only on the police department but also on the city snowplows.The police department states that in the past, snowplows have hit cars while trying to navigate through the roads, but if cars are moved it speeds up plowing time and makes it safer for plows.Lewis said that overnight parking is a big problem near the university. University parking services recommended parking “where you’re supposed to,” most likely in assigned apartment lots. But Lewis said around College Ave. there is a lot of overcrowding. “I don’t know if it’s because there isn’t room in the lots or if they’re bringing too many cars, but they park on the road and it’s a mess in the winter,” Lewis said. Whatever the reason for students parking on the street, Lewis warns that the police department is pretty diligent with writing citations.  Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:15:57 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Street-parking-extends-to-Dec-15/BLOG/1534253/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-12-01T23:15:57Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media As of Dec. 15 students will no longer be allowed to park on city streets between the hours of 2 to 7 a.m. without being ticketed or towed. The date, originally set at Nov. 15, has been pushed back since there has been no need for snowplows to come through. “The city decided to move it to later on when there’s more snow. We couldn’t ticket people for blocking snowplows and leave them wondering since there isn’t any snow. Plus, it gives more time to park on the road,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. When the ordinance goes into place, there will be about two weeks of warnings. After that, citations are issued and street parkers run the risk of getting towed. “The citations are $15, and we do tow if we have a snow storm and there are cars on the street,” Lewis said. Every winter the police department gets complaints from citizens that are unable to navigate through the snowy or icy roads. “We have a certain population each year that’s madder than crap that we give citations, and then the other half is madder than heck that they can’t get through the unplowed roads,” Lewis said.The simple solution is complying with the parking ordinance by parking off the roads between 2 and 7 a.m.  This helps alleviate the stress, not only on the police department but also on the city snowplows.The police department states that in the past, snowplows have hit cars while trying to navigate through the roads, but if cars are moved it speeds up plowing time and makes it safer for plows.Lewis said that overnight parking is a big problem near the university. University parking services recommended parking “where you’re supposed to,” most likely in assigned apartment lots. But Lewis said around College Ave. there is a lot of overcrowding. “I don’t know if it’s because there isn’t room in the lots or if they’re bringing too many cars, but they park on the road and it’s a mess in the winter,” Lewis said. Whatever the reason for students parking on the street, Lewis warns that the police department is pretty diligent with writing citations.  general, lowery johnson, news, parking, rexburg nonadult false Street parking extends to Dec. 15 text blog general,lowery johnson,news,parking,rexburg 94 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 1534253 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Entertainment-to-be-provided-during-Thanksgiving/BLOG/1500001/96698.html  Students staying in Rexburg over the Thanksgiving holiday can participate in a variety of activities planned for the community, including a performance by the Rexburg Community Choir and Jon Schmidt’s Christmas concert.The Rexburg Community Choir will be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle at 10 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The cost is free but donations are welcome. The Rexburg Community Choir has been doing its Thanksgiving concert for nearly 35 years. “It’s just an hour long. Many families come as part of their traditions and it’s quite nice,” said Gwyn Harris, chairperson of the choir. Harris said those participating range in age, including college students, children, parents and grandparents.  Since this is a longstanding holiday tradition, Harris invites college students to come enjoy the show, which includes, as she puts it, “seasonal songs and messages of gratitude.”Jon Schmidt will also be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle; he is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Chesbro Music or Deseret Book for $10. Community affairs director, Kristy Giesler said Jen Hale, a Rexburg local, is organizing Schmidt’s concert.This is Schmidt’s 5th year performing in Idaho, and fans are excited for the opportunity to attend.“I think Jon Schmidt is a beast [on the piano], and $10 is a really good deal for one of his concerts. He puts on a really good show,” said freshman Kristin Mitchell. More information on Schmidt’s upcoming show and samples of his music can be found at jonschmidt.com.   Students staying in Rexburg over the Thanksgiving holiday can participate in a variety of activities planned for the community, including a performance by the Rexburg Community Choir and Jon Schmidt’s Christmas concert.The Rexburg Community Choir will be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle at 10 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The cost is free but donations are welcome. The Rexburg Community Choir has been doing its Thanksgiving concert for nearly 35 years. “It’s just an hour long. Many families come as part of their traditions and it’s quite nice,” said Gwyn Harris, chairperson of the choir. Harris said those participating range in age, including college students, children, parents and grandparents.  Since this is a longstanding holiday tradition, Harris invites college students to come enjoy the show, which includes, as she puts it, “seasonal songs and messages of gratitude.”Jon Schmidt will also be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle; he is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Chesbro Music or Deseret Book for $10. Community affairs director, Kristy Giesler said Jen Hale, a Rexburg local, is organizing Schmidt’s concert.This is Schmidt’s 5th year performing in Idaho, and fans are excited for the opportunity to attend.“I think Jon Schmidt is a beast [on the piano], and $10 is a really good deal for one of his concerts. He puts on a really good show,” said freshman Kristin Mitchell. More information on Schmidt’s upcoming show and samples of his music can be found at jonschmidt.com.  Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:59:25 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Entertainment-to-be-provided-during-Thanksgiving/BLOG/1500001/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-11-17T22:59:25Z ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT GENERAL iComm Student Media  Students staying in Rexburg over the Thanksgiving holiday can participate in a variety of activities planned for the community, including a performance by the Rexburg Community Choir and Jon Schmidt’s Christmas concert.The Rexburg Community Choir will be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle at 10 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The cost is free but donations are welcome. The Rexburg Community Choir has been doing its Thanksgiving concert for nearly 35 years. “It’s just an hour long. Many families come as part of their traditions and it’s quite nice,” said Gwyn Harris, chairperson of the choir. Harris said those participating range in age, including college students, children, parents and grandparents.  Since this is a longstanding holiday tradition, Harris invites college students to come enjoy the show, which includes, as she puts it, “seasonal songs and messages of gratitude.”Jon Schmidt will also be performing at the Rexburg Tabernacle; he is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Chesbro Music or Deseret Book for $10. Community affairs director, Kristy Giesler said Jen Hale, a Rexburg local, is organizing Schmidt’s concert.This is Schmidt’s 5th year performing in Idaho, and fans are excited for the opportunity to attend.“I think Jon Schmidt is a beast [on the piano], and $10 is a really good deal for one of his concerts. He puts on a really good show,” said freshman Kristin Mitchell. More information on Schmidt’s upcoming show and samples of his music can be found at jonschmidt.com.  arts & entertainment, general, lowery johnson, thanksgiving nonadult false Entertainment to be provided during Thanksgiving text blog arts & entertainment,general,lowery johnson,thanksgiving 98 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_C.jpg false 0 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT / GENERAL 0 1500001 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Addicts-can-find-hope-help-at-vision-conference/BLOG/1483625/96698.html The Citizens for Decency organization will host a vision addiction seminar presented by Dr. Donald L. Hilton on Nov. 14 at 4 p.m. in the Rexburg Tabernacle to address the effects of pornography on the brain. Tickets for the event are free and can found at the local Deseret Book or online at www.CitizensforDecency.org.  Citizens for Decency is a non-profit organization trying to educate people in Southeast Idaho on the detrimental effects of pornography.  “Our goal is to show people how to find help and healing,” said Craig Cobia, Citizen for Decency president. At the conference, Hilton, a neurosurgeon for 14 years and a coordinator for LDS Family Services Pornography Addiction Support Group, will be talking about escaping from the addiction of pornography and also protecting families from it from a somewhat scientific angle. Hilton said that in the past there has been a problem of telling people with a pornography issue to go pray and get over it, but the solution is a combination of prayer, repentance and support groups because the issue isn’t just spiritual but also physical. This will be a major topic at the conference.“If people understand why [pornography] is so difficult to overcome, they can put forth the effort to find help. It’s a bad habit and not just a moral one; it’s just like being addicted to alcohol or cocaine,” Hilton said. An addiction to pornography has a direct effect on the brain, said Hilton. The frontal lobe of the brain, in charge of judgment and planning shrinks when repeatedly exposed to pornography, making the addiction even more difficult to overcome. Hilton stressed the need for support, not only from ecclesiastical leaders, but a group that will understand. He related a story about a man he met in a support group that was struggling with an addiction to pornography.  The young man went home to tell his family, but when he casually brought up the topic, he got a closed-off response that made him clam up and return to school without the support of his family to help him through his problem.“If you have a problem, you need to take care of it now. If you’re in a relationship that is serious and could potentially turn into marriage, you need to tell your spouse that you have this problem. Long experience has shown that 100 percent of the time people who remain in secret about their problem relapse and keep going back to pornography,” Hilton said.Cobia urged all who are interested to attend and promised it will only help. “This is about hope and healing and awareness,” Cobia said.For more information on this issue, or how to get help, visit cleanminds.org or contact LDS Family Services at 356-6975.   The Citizens for Decency organization will host a vision addiction seminar presented by Dr. Donald L. Hilton on Nov. 14 at 4 p.m. in the Rexburg Tabernacle to address the effects of pornography on the brain. Tickets for the event are free and can found at the local Deseret Book or online at www.CitizensforDecency.org.  Citizens for Decency is a non-profit organization trying to educate people in Southeast Idaho on the detrimental effects of pornography.  “Our goal is to show people how to find help and healing,” said Craig Cobia, Citizen for Decency president. At the conference, Hilton, a neurosurgeon for 14 years and a coordinator for LDS Family Services Pornography Addiction Support Group, will be talking about escaping from the addiction of pornography and also protecting families from it from a somewhat scientific angle. Hilton said that in the past there has been a problem of telling people with a pornography issue to go pray and get over it, but the solution is a combination of prayer, repentance and support groups because the issue isn’t just spiritual but also physical. This will be a major topic at the conference.“If people understand why [pornography] is so difficult to overcome, they can put forth the effort to find help. It’s a bad habit and not just a moral one; it’s just like being addicted to alcohol or cocaine,” Hilton said. An addiction to pornography has a direct effect on the brain, said Hilton. The frontal lobe of the brain, in charge of judgment and planning shrinks when repeatedly exposed to pornography, making the addiction even more difficult to overcome. Hilton stressed the need for support, not only from ecclesiastical leaders, but a group that will understand. He related a story about a man he met in a support group that was struggling with an addiction to pornography.  The young man went home to tell his family, but when he casually brought up the topic, he got a closed-off response that made him clam up and return to school without the support of his family to help him through his problem.“If you have a problem, you need to take care of it now. If you’re in a relationship that is serious and could potentially turn into marriage, you need to tell your spouse that you have this problem. Long experience has shown that 100 percent of the time people who remain in secret about their problem relapse and keep going back to pornography,” Hilton said.Cobia urged all who are interested to attend and promised it will only help. “This is about hope and healing and awareness,” Cobia said.For more information on this issue, or how to get help, visit cleanminds.org or contact LDS Family Services at 356-6975.   Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:30:06 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Addicts-can-find-hope-help-at-vision-conference/BLOG/1483625/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-11-10T23:30:06Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media The Citizens for Decency organization will host a vision addiction seminar presented by Dr. Donald L. Hilton on Nov. 14 at 4 p.m. in the Rexburg Tabernacle to address the effects of pornography on the brain. Tickets for the event are free and can found at the local Deseret Book or online at www.CitizensforDecency.org.  Citizens for Decency is a non-profit organization trying to educate people in Southeast Idaho on the detrimental effects of pornography.  “Our goal is to show people how to find help and healing,” said Craig Cobia, Citizen for Decency president. At the conference, Hilton, a neurosurgeon for 14 years and a coordinator for LDS Family Services Pornography Addiction Support Group, will be talking about escaping from the addiction of pornography and also protecting families from it from a somewhat scientific angle. Hilton said that in the past there has been a problem of telling people with a pornography issue to go pray and get over it, but the solution is a combination of prayer, repentance and support groups because the issue isn’t just spiritual but also physical. This will be a major topic at the conference.“If people understand why [pornography] is so difficult to overcome, they can put forth the effort to find help. It’s a bad habit and not just a moral one; it’s just like being addicted to alcohol or cocaine,” Hilton said. An addiction to pornography has a direct effect on the brain, said Hilton. The frontal lobe of the brain, in charge of judgment and planning shrinks when repeatedly exposed to pornography, making the addiction even more difficult to overcome. Hilton stressed the need for support, not only from ecclesiastical leaders, but a group that will understand. He related a story about a man he met in a support group that was struggling with an addiction to pornography.  The young man went home to tell his family, but when he casually brought up the topic, he got a closed-off response that made him clam up and return to school without the support of his family to help him through his problem.“If you have a problem, you need to take care of it now. If you’re in a relationship that is serious and could potentially turn into marriage, you need to tell your spouse that you have this problem. Long experience has shown that 100 percent of the time people who remain in secret about their problem relapse and keep going back to pornography,” Hilton said.Cobia urged all who are interested to attend and promised it will only help. “This is about hope and healing and awareness,” Cobia said.For more information on this issue, or how to get help, visit cleanminds.org or contact LDS Family Services at 356-6975.   citizens for decency, general, lowery johnson, news, pornography nonadult false Addicts can find hope, help at vision conference text blog citizens for decency,general,lowery johnson,news,pornography 82 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 1483625 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Warren-Millers-high-energy-film-hits-slopes/BLOG/1458001/96698.html ”Dynasty”, a ski film by Warren Miller, will premiere at the Westwood Theater on Nov. 6 with two showings at 6 and 8:30 p.m. as a fundraiser for the theater. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at Rexburg City Hall for $7 with a student ID or at the door for $10. “The Warren Miller “Dynasty” premiere is an event planned as a fundraiser for the Rexburg Arts Council, which plays host to a variety of cultural events throughout the year here in Rexburg, including numerous musical and stage performances,” said Andrew Williams, community affairs coordinator for Rexburg. “Dynasty” is narrated by Jonny Moseley, the 1998 Sportsman of the Year and a U.S. ski team member, and is presented in high-definition. It takes viewers on a tour of various ski terrains around the world including Alaska, Norway, California, Colorado, China and British Columbia. “Each year, over 700 tickets are sold as the Rexburg Arts Council hosts two showings of Miller’s latest film. A great number of those tickets are sold to students of Brigham Young University–Idaho,” Williams said. The film premiere is an event appropriate for all ages. “[The film premieres] can be enjoyed by most anyone who enjoys skiing or snowboarding. Even young children can enjoy the event as this year’s film features youth skiers as young as nine years old,” Williams said. Accompanied with the showing of the film, there will be a drawing for all in attendance to enter. The prize: an eight-night, all expense paid ski trip for two in Portillo, Chile. “Warren Miller’s film premiers are high energy. Most all who come leave with an adrenaline rush and an insatiable desire to go skiing right then and there. We expect the Rexburg premiere to be an awesome start to the 2009-2010 ski season,” Williams said.  Miller’s films premiere in 80 different places across the U.S. from October to December. The premieres are hosted privately; Miller is not expected to be in attendance. Miller started making ski films after being discharged from the Navy, according to www.warrenmiller.net.  “We filmed each other to try to improve our skiing and then during the spring and summer, we filmed each other surfing. Throughout the summers, we showed the skiing footage to summer/surfing friends and to cover up my less than perfect photography of that era, I’d make jokes about what was filmed,” Miller wrote in his site biography. For a long time Miller directed and played a very big part in the making of his movies, but eventually decided to sell the company he had built from the ground up.“Warren Miller officially stopped directing his films in 2003. While [he] no longer plays a direct role in the production of his films, the company he created still controls and runs every aspect of the films’ production,” Williams said. And even though Miller himself isn’t directly involved, the company carrying his name still makes the films in hopes to excite skiers, the way Miller hoped to.“Warren Miller’s movies have been a staple in the cultural diet of ski and snowboard fanatics for the last 60 years,” Williams said. ”Dynasty”, a ski film by Warren Miller, will premiere at the Westwood Theater on Nov. 6 with two showings at 6 and 8:30 p.m. as a fundraiser for the theater. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at Rexburg City Hall for $7 with a student ID or at the door for $10. “The Warren Miller “Dynasty” premiere is an event planned as a fundraiser for the Rexburg Arts Council, which plays host to a variety of cultural events throughout the year here in Rexburg, including numerous musical and stage performances,” said Andrew Williams, community affairs coordinator for Rexburg. “Dynasty” is narrated by Jonny Moseley, the 1998 Sportsman of the Year and a U.S. ski team member, and is presented in high-definition. It takes viewers on a tour of various ski terrains around the world including Alaska, Norway, California, Colorado, China and British Columbia. “Each year, over 700 tickets are sold as the Rexburg Arts Council hosts two showings of Miller’s latest film. A great number of those tickets are sold to students of Brigham Young University–Idaho,” Williams said. The film premiere is an event appropriate for all ages. “[The film premieres] can be enjoyed by most anyone who enjoys skiing or snowboarding. Even young children can enjoy the event as this year’s film features youth skiers as young as nine years old,” Williams said. Accompanied with the showing of the film, there will be a drawing for all in attendance to enter. The prize: an eight-night, all expense paid ski trip for two in Portillo, Chile. “Warren Miller’s film premiers are high energy. Most all who come leave with an adrenaline rush and an insatiable desire to go skiing right then and there. We expect the Rexburg premiere to be an awesome start to the 2009-2010 ski season,” Williams said.  Miller’s films premiere in 80 different places across the U.S. from October to December. The premieres are hosted privately; Miller is not expected to be in attendance. Miller started making ski films after being discharged from the Navy, according to www.warrenmiller.net.  “We filmed each other to try to improve our skiing and then during the spring and summer, we filmed each other surfing. Throughout the summers, we showed the skiing footage to summer/surfing friends and to cover up my less than perfect photography of that era, I’d make jokes about what was filmed,” Miller wrote in his site biography. For a long time Miller directed and played a very big part in the making of his movies, but eventually decided to sell the company he had built from the ground up.“Warren Miller officially stopped directing his films in 2003. While [he] no longer plays a direct role in the production of his films, the company he created still controls and runs every aspect of the films’ production,” Williams said. And even though Miller himself isn’t directly involved, the company carrying his name still makes the films in hopes to excite skiers, the way Miller hoped to.“Warren Miller’s movies have been a staple in the cultural diet of ski and snowboard fanatics for the last 60 years,” Williams said. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:27:25 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Warren-Millers-high-energy-film-hits-slopes/BLOG/1458001/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-11-03T23:27:25Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media ”Dynasty”, a ski film by Warren Miller, will premiere at the Westwood Theater on Nov. 6 with two showings at 6 and 8:30 p.m. as a fundraiser for the theater. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at Rexburg City Hall for $7 with a student ID or at the door for $10. “The Warren Miller “Dynasty” premiere is an event planned as a fundraiser for the Rexburg Arts Council, which plays host to a variety of cultural events throughout the year here in Rexburg, including numerous musical and stage performances,” said Andrew Williams, community affairs coordinator for Rexburg. “Dynasty” is narrated by Jonny Moseley, the 1998 Sportsman of the Year and a U.S. ski team member, and is presented in high-definition. It takes viewers on a tour of various ski terrains around the world including Alaska, Norway, California, Colorado, China and British Columbia. “Each year, over 700 tickets are sold as the Rexburg Arts Council hosts two showings of Miller’s latest film. A great number of those tickets are sold to students of Brigham Young University–Idaho,” Williams said. The film premiere is an event appropriate for all ages. “[The film premieres] can be enjoyed by most anyone who enjoys skiing or snowboarding. Even young children can enjoy the event as this year’s film features youth skiers as young as nine years old,” Williams said. Accompanied with the showing of the film, there will be a drawing for all in attendance to enter. The prize: an eight-night, all expense paid ski trip for two in Portillo, Chile. “Warren Miller’s film premiers are high energy. Most all who come leave with an adrenaline rush and an insatiable desire to go skiing right then and there. We expect the Rexburg premiere to be an awesome start to the 2009-2010 ski season,” Williams said.  Miller’s films premiere in 80 different places across the U.S. from October to December. The premieres are hosted privately; Miller is not expected to be in attendance. Miller started making ski films after being discharged from the Navy, according to www.warrenmiller.net.  “We filmed each other to try to improve our skiing and then during the spring and summer, we filmed each other surfing. Throughout the summers, we showed the skiing footage to summer/surfing friends and to cover up my less than perfect photography of that era, I’d make jokes about what was filmed,” Miller wrote in his site biography. For a long time Miller directed and played a very big part in the making of his movies, but eventually decided to sell the company he had built from the ground up.“Warren Miller officially stopped directing his films in 2003. While [he] no longer plays a direct role in the production of his films, the company he created still controls and runs every aspect of the films’ production,” Williams said. And even though Miller himself isn’t directly involved, the company carrying his name still makes the films in hopes to excite skiers, the way Miller hoped to.“Warren Miller’s movies have been a staple in the cultural diet of ski and snowboard fanatics for the last 60 years,” Williams said. general, lowery johnson, news, skiing, warren miller nonadult false Warren Miller's 'high energy' film hits slopes text blog general,lowery johnson,news,skiing,warren miller 72 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_C.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 1458001 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_New-hair-salon-set-to-open-mid-November/BLOG/1443671/96698.html A new salon in Rexburg, Tami’s Salon, is having its grand opening in mid-November, hoping to draw students in for business with special prices and a variety of services.  After the grand opening hours will be extended, but until then the salon is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located near Birch Plaza and Taco Time. They offer tanning, haircuts/styling, colors, waxing and nails. The grand opening will come with new products for sale and special offers. “We appreciate the students and we are excited for their business,” said Tami Hymas, owner of the salon. “We spoil them rotten when they come in.” Part of her appreciation for students extends to her pricing.  “When they come here, they get a great haircut at an inexpensive price. Most of the time you pay for what you get, but our haircuts are good,” said Andrea Berger, a stylist at the salon.  Men’s haircuts start at $15 and women’s at $25. Eyebrow waxing is $10 and full nail sets, acrylic or gel, start at $25. Tami’s Salon isn’t the first salon that has been in the building. Previous to being Tami’s it was Revamped, and previous to that it was New Image. But Berger, who has worked through the previous owner and now with Hymas, said there are differences.  “The building is beautiful. She’s done a lot to the inside,” Berger said.  Hymas said the previous owner of Revamped, Shanelle Garcia, has been a big advocate of hers in making the complicated switch.  “She had three other businesses and decided to sell this one; it wasn’t her passion and she wanted someone who loved it as much as me to have it. She’s been such a great help,” Hymas said.   Hymas said the outside might look like a barn but the inside is a real salon and members of her staff have noticed.   “There is a vibrancy here that there wasn’t before,” said Jennifer King, a hairstylist that also worked at this location when it was Revamped. Even with the history of two previous salons at this location, Hymas isn’t nervous about her choice to set up shop.  “This is my dream come true. I’ve always dreamed of owning my own salon. I just know it’s going to be great. I’m not nervous because I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing,” Hymas said.  The changes she’s made to the pricing and services also helps keep Hymas optimistic.   “We have tanning at an incredible price: 10 tans for $20. They are old-school tanning beds, but they work great,” Hymas said.  Hymas has big plans for her salon, and eventually wants to start Thank You Tuesdays and Thank You Wednesdays.  “I love this community, and I want to give back. So to say thank you we want to take people in the community that do so much good, like the police department and fire department and during Thank You Tuesdays or Wednesdays they can come in and we’ll give free haircuts and killer discounts to show appreciation for making this community better,” Hymas said.  Berger likes the changes taking place in the salon and enjoys being a part of the eight person staff . “Tami is always happy and smiling. I like what I do and when you like what you do, you like who you do it for,” Berger said.  “When someone comes in and they don’t feel like themselves, we make them beautiful on the outside to show their beauty on the inside. We have a motto: Fashion, class and style with a smile,” Hymas said.           A new salon in Rexburg, Tami’s Salon, is having its grand opening in mid-November, hoping to draw students in for business with special prices and a variety of services.  After the grand opening hours will be extended, but until then the salon is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located near Birch Plaza and Taco Time. They offer tanning, haircuts/styling, colors, waxing and nails. The grand opening will come with new products for sale and special offers. “We appreciate the students and we are excited for their business,” said Tami Hymas, owner of the salon. “We spoil them rotten when they come in.” Part of her appreciation for students extends to her pricing.  “When they come here, they get a great haircut at an inexpensive price. Most of the time you pay for what you get, but our haircuts are good,” said Andrea Berger, a stylist at the salon.  Men’s haircuts start at $15 and women’s at $25. Eyebrow waxing is $10 and full nail sets, acrylic or gel, start at $25. Tami’s Salon isn’t the first salon that has been in the building. Previous to being Tami’s it was Revamped, and previous to that it was New Image. But Berger, who has worked through the previous owner and now with Hymas, said there are differences.  “The building is beautiful. She’s done a lot to the inside,” Berger said.  Hymas said the previous owner of Revamped, Shanelle Garcia, has been a big advocate of hers in making the complicated switch.  “She had three other businesses and decided to sell this one; it wasn’t her passion and she wanted someone who loved it as much as me to have it. She’s been such a great help,” Hymas said.   Hymas said the outside might look like a barn but the inside is a real salon and members of her staff have noticed.   “There is a vibrancy here that there wasn’t before,” said Jennifer King, a hairstylist that also worked at this location when it was Revamped. Even with the history of two previous salons at this location, Hymas isn’t nervous about her choice to set up shop.  “This is my dream come true. I’ve always dreamed of owning my own salon. I just know it’s going to be great. I’m not nervous because I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing,” Hymas said.  The changes she’s made to the pricing and services also helps keep Hymas optimistic.   “We have tanning at an incredible price: 10 tans for $20. They are old-school tanning beds, but they work great,” Hymas said.  Hymas has big plans for her salon, and eventually wants to start Thank You Tuesdays and Thank You Wednesdays.  “I love this community, and I want to give back. So to say thank you we want to take people in the community that do so much good, like the police department and fire department and during Thank You Tuesdays or Wednesdays they can come in and we’ll give free haircuts and killer discounts to show appreciation for making this community better,” Hymas said.  Berger likes the changes taking place in the salon and enjoys being a part of the eight person staff . “Tami is always happy and smiling. I like what I do and when you like what you do, you like who you do it for,” Berger said.  “When someone comes in and they don’t feel like themselves, we make them beautiful on the outside to show their beauty on the inside. We have a motto: Fashion, class and style with a smile,” Hymas said.           Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:00:17 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_New-hair-salon-set-to-open-mid-November/BLOG/1443671/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-10-27T22:00:17Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media A new salon in Rexburg, Tami’s Salon, is having its grand opening in mid-November, hoping to draw students in for business with special prices and a variety of services.  After the grand opening hours will be extended, but until then the salon is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located near Birch Plaza and Taco Time. They offer tanning, haircuts/styling, colors, waxing and nails. The grand opening will come with new products for sale and special offers. “We appreciate the students and we are excited for their business,” said Tami Hymas, owner of the salon. “We spoil them rotten when they come in.” Part of her appreciation for students extends to her pricing.  “When they come here, they get a great haircut at an inexpensive price. Most of the time you pay for what you get, but our haircuts are good,” said Andrea Berger, a stylist at the salon.  Men’s haircuts start at $15 and women’s at $25. Eyebrow waxing is $10 and full nail sets, acrylic or gel, start at $25. Tami’s Salon isn’t the first salon that has been in the building. Previous to being Tami’s it was Revamped, and previous to that it was New Image. But Berger, who has worked through the previous owner and now with Hymas, said there are differences.  “The building is beautiful. She’s done a lot to the inside,” Berger said.  Hymas said the previous owner of Revamped, Shanelle Garcia, has been a big advocate of hers in making the complicated switch.  “She had three other businesses and decided to sell this one; it wasn’t her passion and she wanted someone who loved it as much as me to have it. She’s been such a great help,” Hymas said.   Hymas said the outside might look like a barn but the inside is a real salon and members of her staff have noticed.   “There is a vibrancy here that there wasn’t before,” said Jennifer King, a hairstylist that also worked at this location when it was Revamped. Even with the history of two previous salons at this location, Hymas isn’t nervous about her choice to set up shop.  “This is my dream come true. I’ve always dreamed of owning my own salon. I just know it’s going to be great. I’m not nervous because I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing,” Hymas said.  The changes she’s made to the pricing and services also helps keep Hymas optimistic.   “We have tanning at an incredible price: 10 tans for $20. They are old-school tanning beds, but they work great,” Hymas said.  Hymas has big plans for her salon, and eventually wants to start Thank You Tuesdays and Thank You Wednesdays.  “I love this community, and I want to give back. So to say thank you we want to take people in the community that do so much good, like the police department and fire department and during Thank You Tuesdays or Wednesdays they can come in and we’ll give free haircuts and killer discounts to show appreciation for making this community better,” Hymas said.  Berger likes the changes taking place in the salon and enjoys being a part of the eight person staff . “Tami is always happy and smiling. I like what I do and when you like what you do, you like who you do it for,” Berger said.  “When someone comes in and they don’t feel like themselves, we make them beautiful on the outside to show their beauty on the inside. We have a motto: Fashion, class and style with a smile,” Hymas said.           general, lowery johnson, news, rexburg, salon nonadult false New hair salon set to open mid-November text blog general,lowery johnson,news,rexburg,salon 151 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 1443671 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Jackson-Wyoming-to-host-Sumo-tournament/BLOG/1330495/96698.html Jackson High School in Jackson, Wyoming will host Snake River Sumo Association’s annual Sumo in Wyo event, a much-anticipated Sumo wrestling tournament, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. The tournament will include prominent competitors in the Sumo world including Byambajav Ulumbayar, 330 pound three time world champion from Mongolia, Trent Sabo, 187 pound 3rd place world champion from California and Kelly Gneiting 430-pound, six-time world champion competitor from Shelley, Idaho.  “College kids are always looking for an excuse to blast out of there on the weekends and do something different. It will definitely be a treat to be able to come and experience a sumo event,” said Kelly Gneiting, sumo wrestler and president of Snake River Sumo Association. The most threatening competitor, Byambajav Ulumbayar will most likely be the height of the event.  “I’ve never beaten him; he’s small but he’s fast. He’s too good,” Gneiting said. The tournament is only $3 for students, $10 for families and kids under 12 get in free.  This history of the sport long exceeds other sports.  “It’s 2000 years old, at least. It’s a Japanese national sport and it’s very religious. It used to be used to settle wars. Champions from each opposing side would go at it. It’s like Japan’s sacred treasure. There is no other sport that comes close to it,” Gneiting said.  According to sumoinidaho.com, “Sumo has been layered throughout the centuries with spiritual, cultural, and religious significance.  In Japan, a sumotori is a warrior of the highest regard. 85 countries along with Japan share in its majesty as member-countries of the International Sumo Federation (IFS) based in Japan.”This religious significance and warrior regard is something Gneiting treasures, but most Americans don’t. “When 200 plus pound guys go at it, there is just this beauty you have to see to experience. It’s more than two fat guys belly-bucking. And [with tournaments like these] it’s only a matter of time before we see the beauty of what I’m talking about in the U.S,” Gneiting said.Of all the honors in his life, including being a marine, Gneiting said sumo is the highest. Not only has it been entertaining to him, but it’s changed the way he thinks.  “The best part of sumo is using my talent. It’s not just being a fat guy who eats too much and is battling obesity…  I’m an athlete, a 430-pound athlete, but I’m comfortable in my skin and I’m comfortable with who I am,” he said. The rituals of sumo are the best part for Gneiting. They begin with a prayer ritual in which they call upon the gods and then reverence them. The rituals tied in with the actual competition come together to form an exciting event for the audience. “The best part of sumo for the audience is the climax of the matches. We start out with the rituals and it builds up and then, bang - It’s over,” Gneiting said.          Jackson High School in Jackson, Wyoming will host Snake River Sumo Association’s annual Sumo in Wyo event, a much-anticipated Sumo wrestling tournament, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. The tournament will include prominent competitors in the Sumo world including Byambajav Ulumbayar, 330 pound three time world champion from Mongolia, Trent Sabo, 187 pound 3rd place world champion from California and Kelly Gneiting 430-pound, six-time world champion competitor from Shelley, Idaho.  “College kids are always looking for an excuse to blast out of there on the weekends and do something different. It will definitely be a treat to be able to come and experience a sumo event,” said Kelly Gneiting, sumo wrestler and president of Snake River Sumo Association. The most threatening competitor, Byambajav Ulumbayar will most likely be the height of the event.  “I’ve never beaten him; he’s small but he’s fast. He’s too good,” Gneiting said. The tournament is only $3 for students, $10 for families and kids under 12 get in free.  This history of the sport long exceeds other sports.  “It’s 2000 years old, at least. It’s a Japanese national sport and it’s very religious. It used to be used to settle wars. Champions from each opposing side would go at it. It’s like Japan’s sacred treasure. There is no other sport that comes close to it,” Gneiting said.  According to sumoinidaho.com, “Sumo has been layered throughout the centuries with spiritual, cultural, and religious significance.  In Japan, a sumotori is a warrior of the highest regard. 85 countries along with Japan share in its majesty as member-countries of the International Sumo Federation (IFS) based in Japan.”This religious significance and warrior regard is something Gneiting treasures, but most Americans don’t. “When 200 plus pound guys go at it, there is just this beauty you have to see to experience. It’s more than two fat guys belly-bucking. And [with tournaments like these] it’s only a matter of time before we see the beauty of what I’m talking about in the U.S,” Gneiting said.Of all the honors in his life, including being a marine, Gneiting said sumo is the highest. Not only has it been entertaining to him, but it’s changed the way he thinks.  “The best part of sumo is using my talent. It’s not just being a fat guy who eats too much and is battling obesity…  I’m an athlete, a 430-pound athlete, but I’m comfortable in my skin and I’m comfortable with who I am,” he said. The rituals of sumo are the best part for Gneiting. They begin with a prayer ritual in which they call upon the gods and then reverence them. The rituals tied in with the actual competition come together to form an exciting event for the audience. “The best part of sumo for the audience is the climax of the matches. We start out with the rituals and it builds up and then, bang - It’s over,” Gneiting said.          Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:28:38 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Jackson-Wyoming-to-host-Sumo-tournament/BLOG/1330495/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-10-20T22:28:38Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media Jackson High School in Jackson, Wyoming will host Snake River Sumo Association’s annual Sumo in Wyo event, a much-anticipated Sumo wrestling tournament, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. The tournament will include prominent competitors in the Sumo world including Byambajav Ulumbayar, 330 pound three time world champion from Mongolia, Trent Sabo, 187 pound 3rd place world champion from California and Kelly Gneiting 430-pound, six-time world champion competitor from Shelley, Idaho.  “College kids are always looking for an excuse to blast out of there on the weekends and do something different. It will definitely be a treat to be able to come and experience a sumo event,” said Kelly Gneiting, sumo wrestler and president of Snake River Sumo Association. The most threatening competitor, Byambajav Ulumbayar will most likely be the height of the event.  “I’ve never beaten him; he’s small but he’s fast. He’s too good,” Gneiting said. The tournament is only $3 for students, $10 for families and kids under 12 get in free.  This history of the sport long exceeds other sports.  “It’s 2000 years old, at least. It’s a Japanese national sport and it’s very religious. It used to be used to settle wars. Champions from each opposing side would go at it. It’s like Japan’s sacred treasure. There is no other sport that comes close to it,” Gneiting said.  According to sumoinidaho.com, “Sumo has been layered throughout the centuries with spiritual, cultural, and religious significance.  In Japan, a sumotori is a warrior of the highest regard. 85 countries along with Japan share in its majesty as member-countries of the International Sumo Federation (IFS) based in Japan.”This religious significance and warrior regard is something Gneiting treasures, but most Americans don’t. “When 200 plus pound guys go at it, there is just this beauty you have to see to experience. It’s more than two fat guys belly-bucking. And [with tournaments like these] it’s only a matter of time before we see the beauty of what I’m talking about in the U.S,” Gneiting said.Of all the honors in his life, including being a marine, Gneiting said sumo is the highest. Not only has it been entertaining to him, but it’s changed the way he thinks.  “The best part of sumo is using my talent. It’s not just being a fat guy who eats too much and is battling obesity…  I’m an athlete, a 430-pound athlete, but I’m comfortable in my skin and I’m comfortable with who I am,” he said. The rituals of sumo are the best part for Gneiting. They begin with a prayer ritual in which they call upon the gods and then reverence them. The rituals tied in with the actual competition come together to form an exciting event for the audience. “The best part of sumo for the audience is the climax of the matches. We start out with the rituals and it builds up and then, bang - It’s over,” Gneiting said.          general, lowery johnson, news, sumo in idaho, sumo wyo nonadult false Jackson, Wyoming to host Sumo tournament text blog general,lowery johnson,news,sumo in idaho,sumo wyo 113 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 1330495 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Expo-gives-hot-business-tips/BLOG/1100156/96698.html BYU-Idaho President Kim B. Clark spoke as the keynote speaker at Thursday’s Rexburg Business Expo at Madison High School, advising young business students and owners on becoming more successful. He shared a few thoughts concerning becoming a better business owner paying close attention to what he called the golden rule in business. He also shared several examples and highlighted the way business is changing. “The [Golden] rule is to treat your customer the way you want to be treated,” President Clark said. “In a really fundamental sense, you want to treat your customers as employees and your employees as customers.”By treating employees and customers in this way, Clark believes the business will foster a good environment in which employees will work harder and customers will continue coming back. “You’ve got to have clarity of direction but capacity to learn. Leadership is all about change,” he said.  Following the conclusion f President Clark’s speech, audience members were left the choice to participate in breakout sessions, or small workshops. The sessions topics included:  running a successful business, secrets of successful marketing, tips for financing and making the web work for you and your business presented by Bruce Eckman of EZ Net Tools.Also included in the expo’s agenda was an open floor with multiple vendor booths of businesses from across the city. Business owners or representatives of the companies were there answering questions and giving out information to business students, patrons and other vendors.Megan Scott manned her husband’s booth, MissionShoe, while he was away and explained what the expo is doing for them as small business owners, “We’re trying to get our name out there. Right now we market mostly toward missionaries and we want to get out into the workforce,” Scott said.For Alisha Hibbard and the company she works for, Red Carpet Rexburg Welcoming Committee, the expo is an excellent location for networking. She explains it as a way to “show companies what they can do for them.” According to Rosemary Brown, the importance of networking in this economy is so much so that even the Family First Health Center took the time to come share information. “We aren’t there seeing patients right now, so it’s important enough to put that aside and come,” said Brown, owner of the health center.Vendors like Scott, Hibbard and Brown used the expo to pass out flyers, business cards and free stuff with their logos to many of the business students there. All their efforts were part of heeding the advice of President Clark, “Think about the future, always focus on opportunities,” he said.  BYU-Idaho President Kim B. Clark spoke as the keynote speaker at Thursday’s Rexburg Business Expo at Madison High School, advising young business students and owners on becoming more successful. He shared a few thoughts concerning becoming a better business owner paying close attention to what he called the golden rule in business. He also shared several examples and highlighted the way business is changing. “The [Golden] rule is to treat your customer the way you want to be treated,” President Clark said. “In a really fundamental sense, you want to treat your customers as employees and your employees as customers.”By treating employees and customers in this way, Clark believes the business will foster a good environment in which employees will work harder and customers will continue coming back. “You’ve got to have clarity of direction but capacity to learn. Leadership is all about change,” he said.  Following the conclusion f President Clark’s speech, audience members were left the choice to participate in breakout sessions, or small workshops. The sessions topics included:  running a successful business, secrets of successful marketing, tips for financing and making the web work for you and your business presented by Bruce Eckman of EZ Net Tools.Also included in the expo’s agenda was an open floor with multiple vendor booths of businesses from across the city. Business owners or representatives of the companies were there answering questions and giving out information to business students, patrons and other vendors.Megan Scott manned her husband’s booth, MissionShoe, while he was away and explained what the expo is doing for them as small business owners, “We’re trying to get our name out there. Right now we market mostly toward missionaries and we want to get out into the workforce,” Scott said.For Alisha Hibbard and the company she works for, Red Carpet Rexburg Welcoming Committee, the expo is an excellent location for networking. She explains it as a way to “show companies what they can do for them.” According to Rosemary Brown, the importance of networking in this economy is so much so that even the Family First Health Center took the time to come share information. “We aren’t there seeing patients right now, so it’s important enough to put that aside and come,” said Brown, owner of the health center.Vendors like Scott, Hibbard and Brown used the expo to pass out flyers, business cards and free stuff with their logos to many of the business students there. All their efforts were part of heeding the advice of President Clark, “Think about the future, always focus on opportunities,” he said.  Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:13:40 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Expo-gives-hot-business-tips/BLOG/1100156/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-10-13T22:13:40Z iComm Student Media BYU-Idaho President Kim B. Clark spoke as the keynote speaker at Thursday’s Rexburg Business Expo at Madison High School, advising young business students and owners on becoming more successful. He shared a few thoughts concerning becoming a better business owner paying close attention to what he called the golden rule in business. He also shared several examples and highlighted the way business is changing. “The [Golden] rule is to treat your customer the way you want to be treated,” President Clark said. “In a really fundamental sense, you want to treat your customers as employees and your employees as customers.”By treating employees and customers in this way, Clark believes the business will foster a good environment in which employees will work harder and customers will continue coming back. “You’ve got to have clarity of direction but capacity to learn. Leadership is all about change,” he said.  Following the conclusion f President Clark’s speech, audience members were left the choice to participate in breakout sessions, or small workshops. The sessions topics included:  running a successful business, secrets of successful marketing, tips for financing and making the web work for you and your business presented by Bruce Eckman of EZ Net Tools.Also included in the expo’s agenda was an open floor with multiple vendor booths of businesses from across the city. Business owners or representatives of the companies were there answering questions and giving out information to business students, patrons and other vendors.Megan Scott manned her husband’s booth, MissionShoe, while he was away and explained what the expo is doing for them as small business owners, “We’re trying to get our name out there. Right now we market mostly toward missionaries and we want to get out into the workforce,” Scott said.For Alisha Hibbard and the company she works for, Red Carpet Rexburg Welcoming Committee, the expo is an excellent location for networking. She explains it as a way to “show companies what they can do for them.” According to Rosemary Brown, the importance of networking in this economy is so much so that even the Family First Health Center took the time to come share information. “We aren’t there seeing patients right now, so it’s important enough to put that aside and come,” said Brown, owner of the health center.Vendors like Scott, Hibbard and Brown used the expo to pass out flyers, business cards and free stuff with their logos to many of the business students there. All their efforts were part of heeding the advice of President Clark, “Think about the future, always focus on opportunities,” he said.  business, lowery johnson, president clark nonadult false Expo gives hot business tips text blog business,lowery johnson,president clark 8 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_E.jpg false 0 0 1100156 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Retailers-take-action-against-shoplifting/BLOG/875901/96698.html Rexburg merchants and law enforcement have formed a group called Partners Against Retail Theft to meet monthly and confront the rising issue of shoplifting by sharing valuable information. The program is basically mass information sharing. If a person of interest is spotted or an issue comes up in a store, that information is then shared at the monthly meeting, or through e-mail, according to Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. The network reaches across the West and is something business owners appreciate. “We saw a need for a retailers association. [Now] we can identify problems of loss and see if they are the same in other stores,” said Matt Wach, Kmart loss prevention manager and chairman of PART. The information goes both ways. Whether it’s retailer to retail, law enforcement to retailer or retailer to law enforcement, the sharing of information has proved helpful in multiple cases. “There was a group of people going around filling a basket full of jeans, and some of them would distract the associate while the others pushed the cart out,” Wach said. “PART goes over how people have attempted or are attempting theft.” So far there are nearly a dozen local retailers that come to meetings and exchange information. This program is a way for them to protect their businesses and obtain useful information. But the program doesn’t just end at the city limits.  “We’re always looking to expand the program. Our networks reach Idaho Falls, Boise, Utah and California. There are similar programs in other states as well,” said Lieutenant Randy Haderlie of the Rexburg Police Department. Among the local retailers that show up to meetings are employees from the BYU–Idaho bookstore. “The bookstore has been a very willing participant. After they extended the bookstore, they noticed that they were getting hit pretty hard and just because the population at BYU–I is Mormon, doesn’t mean everyone has the right morals,” Wach said. Wach said that 60 percent of the people he stops at his store for suspected shoplifting are students from BYU–I. “What that says is that even if it’s only 1 percent of the school stealing, there are still 130 students that have moral issues and 130 students can be a huge amount of hurt on the community,” Wach said. PART provides a way for businesses like the bookstore to track down student thefts because of their information sharing. “If you’re going to do it, your picture is going to get out there and you’re going to get caught,” Haderlie said. If businesses are interested in getting involved, the next meeting will be held Oct. 20 at the Rexburg Police Department and prospective members can contact the police department for more information.       Rexburg merchants and law enforcement have formed a group called Partners Against Retail Theft to meet monthly and confront the rising issue of shoplifting by sharing valuable information. The program is basically mass information sharing. If a person of interest is spotted or an issue comes up in a store, that information is then shared at the monthly meeting, or through e-mail, according to Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. The network reaches across the West and is something business owners appreciate. “We saw a need for a retailers association. [Now] we can identify problems of loss and see if they are the same in other stores,” said Matt Wach, Kmart loss prevention manager and chairman of PART. The information goes both ways. Whether it’s retailer to retail, law enforcement to retailer or retailer to law enforcement, the sharing of information has proved helpful in multiple cases. “There was a group of people going around filling a basket full of jeans, and some of them would distract the associate while the others pushed the cart out,” Wach said. “PART goes over how people have attempted or are attempting theft.” So far there are nearly a dozen local retailers that come to meetings and exchange information. This program is a way for them to protect their businesses and obtain useful information. But the program doesn’t just end at the city limits.  “We’re always looking to expand the program. Our networks reach Idaho Falls, Boise, Utah and California. There are similar programs in other states as well,” said Lieutenant Randy Haderlie of the Rexburg Police Department. Among the local retailers that show up to meetings are employees from the BYU–Idaho bookstore. “The bookstore has been a very willing participant. After they extended the bookstore, they noticed that they were getting hit pretty hard and just because the population at BYU–I is Mormon, doesn’t mean everyone has the right morals,” Wach said. Wach said that 60 percent of the people he stops at his store for suspected shoplifting are students from BYU–I. “What that says is that even if it’s only 1 percent of the school stealing, there are still 130 students that have moral issues and 130 students can be a huge amount of hurt on the community,” Wach said. PART provides a way for businesses like the bookstore to track down student thefts because of their information sharing. “If you’re going to do it, your picture is going to get out there and you’re going to get caught,” Haderlie said. If businesses are interested in getting involved, the next meeting will be held Oct. 20 at the Rexburg Police Department and prospective members can contact the police department for more information.       Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:43:39 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Retailers-take-action-against-shoplifting/BLOG/875901/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-10-01T21:43:39Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media Rexburg merchants and law enforcement have formed a group called Partners Against Retail Theft to meet monthly and confront the rising issue of shoplifting by sharing valuable information. The program is basically mass information sharing. If a person of interest is spotted or an issue comes up in a store, that information is then shared at the monthly meeting, or through e-mail, according to Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg Police Department. The network reaches across the West and is something business owners appreciate. “We saw a need for a retailers association. [Now] we can identify problems of loss and see if they are the same in other stores,” said Matt Wach, Kmart loss prevention manager and chairman of PART. The information goes both ways. Whether it’s retailer to retail, law enforcement to retailer or retailer to law enforcement, the sharing of information has proved helpful in multiple cases. “There was a group of people going around filling a basket full of jeans, and some of them would distract the associate while the others pushed the cart out,” Wach said. “PART goes over how people have attempted or are attempting theft.” So far there are nearly a dozen local retailers that come to meetings and exchange information. This program is a way for them to protect their businesses and obtain useful information. But the program doesn’t just end at the city limits.  “We’re always looking to expand the program. Our networks reach Idaho Falls, Boise, Utah and California. There are similar programs in other states as well,” said Lieutenant Randy Haderlie of the Rexburg Police Department. Among the local retailers that show up to meetings are employees from the BYU–Idaho bookstore. “The bookstore has been a very willing participant. After they extended the bookstore, they noticed that they were getting hit pretty hard and just because the population at BYU–I is Mormon, doesn’t mean everyone has the right morals,” Wach said. Wach said that 60 percent of the people he stops at his store for suspected shoplifting are students from BYU–I. “What that says is that even if it’s only 1 percent of the school stealing, there are still 130 students that have moral issues and 130 students can be a huge amount of hurt on the community,” Wach said. PART provides a way for businesses like the bookstore to track down student thefts because of their information sharing. “If you’re going to do it, your picture is going to get out there and you’re going to get caught,” Haderlie said. If businesses are interested in getting involved, the next meeting will be held Oct. 20 at the Rexburg Police Department and prospective members can contact the police department for more information.       bookstore, general, lowery johnson, news, rexburg police department, shoplifting nonadult false Retailers take action against shoplifting text blog bookstore,general,lowery johnson,news,rexburg police department,shoplifting 34 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 NEWS / GENERAL 0 875901 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Rexburg-firefighters-head-back-to-school/BLOG/868985/96698.html   Madison Fire Department is participating in the Uniforms, Kids and Lunch program, hoping to raise fire safety awareness among children. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch gives firefighters the opportunity to eat lunch with their children or other children at schools in the community.  “I think it’s the power of influence. We want to get these guys out in the community,” said Corey Child, Madison’s Chief of Emergency Services. At least once a week members go out to the schools their children attend or go as a group to visit a particular school. “I went to my son’s school. It wasn’t just fun for us, but everyone. He was on cloud nine,” said firefighter Ellis Johnston. The program isn’t just about fun though; the fire department has other goals in mind. “In the past we’ve kind of kept to ourselves, haven’t really gone into the community. But it’s important for them to see we’re helping people not just in medical trouble or in burning buildings. We want them to be familiar with us,” said Mikel Walker, assistant chief of emergency services. Usually when the kids see the firefighters they have lots of questions. Johnston said they included some safety questions and curiosities about the job. “They want to know if it’s scary running into a burning building. They want to know if the hose is heavy. They are really just little chatterboxes,” Johnston said. Walker said one of the primary benefits is what the kids get from the experience. “We want to give them a positive role model. Our station has really good morals and we want to give them someone they can look up to with high morals and values,” he said. Walker said the program has a good chance of continuing. It started at the beginning of the month and was supposed to end in a couple of days, but he’s not sure that will happen. “We want to continue the program as long as we can get guys out there,” Walker said. Walker also talked about the overwhelming positive experience he’s had with Uniforms, Kids and Lunch. “I love kids. When we go into schools they all want to sit at our table, they want to high-five us and give us knuckles. It’s one of the rewarding parts of our job,” he said. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch is changing the way kids think. Johnston said he could see it in his son. “First thing when he woke up he said, ‘OK Dad, see you at lunch!’ That was at six in the morning; it was the first thing on his mind.” Johnston thinks the change is because of the confidence the program brings.  “It really builds their confidence when we come; it shows them we care and that we’re there for them. That is the best part for me, seeing the looks on their faces.”         Madison Fire Department is participating in the Uniforms, Kids and Lunch program, hoping to raise fire safety awareness among children. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch gives firefighters the opportunity to eat lunch with their children or other children at schools in the community.  “I think it’s the power of influence. We want to get these guys out in the community,” said Corey Child, Madison’s Chief of Emergency Services. At least once a week members go out to the schools their children attend or go as a group to visit a particular school. “I went to my son’s school. It wasn’t just fun for us, but everyone. He was on cloud nine,” said firefighter Ellis Johnston. The program isn’t just about fun though; the fire department has other goals in mind. “In the past we’ve kind of kept to ourselves, haven’t really gone into the community. But it’s important for them to see we’re helping people not just in medical trouble or in burning buildings. We want them to be familiar with us,” said Mikel Walker, assistant chief of emergency services. Usually when the kids see the firefighters they have lots of questions. Johnston said they included some safety questions and curiosities about the job. “They want to know if it’s scary running into a burning building. They want to know if the hose is heavy. They are really just little chatterboxes,” Johnston said. Walker said one of the primary benefits is what the kids get from the experience. “We want to give them a positive role model. Our station has really good morals and we want to give them someone they can look up to with high morals and values,” he said. Walker said the program has a good chance of continuing. It started at the beginning of the month and was supposed to end in a couple of days, but he’s not sure that will happen. “We want to continue the program as long as we can get guys out there,” Walker said. Walker also talked about the overwhelming positive experience he’s had with Uniforms, Kids and Lunch. “I love kids. When we go into schools they all want to sit at our table, they want to high-five us and give us knuckles. It’s one of the rewarding parts of our job,” he said. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch is changing the way kids think. Johnston said he could see it in his son. “First thing when he woke up he said, ‘OK Dad, see you at lunch!’ That was at six in the morning; it was the first thing on his mind.” Johnston thinks the change is because of the confidence the program brings.  “It really builds their confidence when we come; it shows them we care and that we’re there for them. That is the best part for me, seeing the looks on their faces.”       Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:22:05 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Rexburg-firefighters-head-back-to-school/BLOG/868985/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-09-29T22:22:05Z NEWS GENERAL iComm Student Media   Madison Fire Department is participating in the Uniforms, Kids and Lunch program, hoping to raise fire safety awareness among children. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch gives firefighters the opportunity to eat lunch with their children or other children at schools in the community.  “I think it’s the power of influence. We want to get these guys out in the community,” said Corey Child, Madison’s Chief of Emergency Services. At least once a week members go out to the schools their children attend or go as a group to visit a particular school. “I went to my son’s school. It wasn’t just fun for us, but everyone. He was on cloud nine,” said firefighter Ellis Johnston. The program isn’t just about fun though; the fire department has other goals in mind. “In the past we’ve kind of kept to ourselves, haven’t really gone into the community. But it’s important for them to see we’re helping people not just in medical trouble or in burning buildings. We want them to be familiar with us,” said Mikel Walker, assistant chief of emergency services. Usually when the kids see the firefighters they have lots of questions. Johnston said they included some safety questions and curiosities about the job. “They want to know if it’s scary running into a burning building. They want to know if the hose is heavy. They are really just little chatterboxes,” Johnston said. Walker said one of the primary benefits is what the kids get from the experience. “We want to give them a positive role model. Our station has really good morals and we want to give them someone they can look up to with high morals and values,” he said. Walker said the program has a good chance of continuing. It started at the beginning of the month and was supposed to end in a couple of days, but he’s not sure that will happen. “We want to continue the program as long as we can get guys out there,” Walker said. Walker also talked about the overwhelming positive experience he’s had with Uniforms, Kids and Lunch. “I love kids. When we go into schools they all want to sit at our table, they want to high-five us and give us knuckles. It’s one of the rewarding parts of our job,” he said. Uniforms, Kids and Lunch is changing the way kids think. Johnston said he could see it in his son. “First thing when he woke up he said, ‘OK Dad, see you at lunch!’ That was at six in the morning; it was the first thing on his mind.” Johnston thinks the change is because of the confidence the program brings.  “It really builds their confidence when we come; it shows them we care and that we’re there for them. That is the best part for me, seeing the looks on their faces.”       firefighters, general, kids, lowery johnson, news nonadult false Rexburg firefighters head back to school text blog firefighters,general,kids,lowery johnson,news 80 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 3 NEWS / GENERAL 0 868985 12899443 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Get-caught-sharing/BLOG/795699/96698.html   Over the past year, local newspaper headlines on pedestrian accidents bore tragic reminders of the safety issues in Rexburg prompting Mayor Larsen to start a new city wide campaign called Share the Road to reward safety conscious citizens and promote safety. Share the Road extends to drivers and bicyclists as well.  “We’re looking for people who go a little beyond what’s expected. They slow down before intersections; they keep their head up and watch,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg City Police Department. When the police recognize someone sharing the road they are contacted by phone and receive rewards. “We’ve had multiple businesses donate things, free food, show tickets and haircuts. As long as people can participate, the program will keep going,” Lewis said. Larsen said the program prevents incidents like those that have happened in the past. “The program came about because of tragic accidents involving BYU-Idaho students and community members. We want to focus on education and getting the word out,” he said.  “We have an issue with J-walking. A lot of the time kids have their iPods in and aren’t paying attention to what’s around them,” Lewis said. As part of the solution to some of the common problems, Lewis recommended some simple solutions. “Bikers need to use bike paths - those paths aren’t for runners or mothers with strollers. They should use sidewalks and crosswalks,” he said. The 2nd West and 3rd South intersection, near Taco Time, has been a site of multiple accidents according to Larsen.  As part of Share the Road, a High-Intensity CrossWalK, or HAWK Pedestrian Signal, is being installed on location. “I’ve been informed it should be completed in two to three weeks, and hopefully it will make that area safer for everyone,” Larsen said. The HAWK Pedestrian signal uses a series of lights to notify drivers when to stop and go, according to ddot.com.  A flashing yellow light is activated when a pedestrian presses the walk button, which warns the driver to slow down. The light remains yellow and lit but stops flashing to warn drivers that a pedestrian will soon be entering the crosswalk. The light then turns from solid yellow to solid red. When the light is solid red, it is a complete stop and the driver cannot proceed through the cross walk until either the light is deactivated, or a pedestrian is no longer in the cross walk and a flashing red light appears opposed to the solid red. The new pedestrian signal and the rewards program for obedient citizens are met with a mixture of emotions. “We’ve gotten positive responses, but part of the downside is we still have to issue tickets if people aren’t sharing the road,” Lewis said. Share the Road is more than just a temporary program. “It’s an ongoing process; it’s not only educating students, but also permanent residents of Rexburg on pedestrian safety and bike safety,” said Larsen. Lewis said he can already see results. “Compared to last year or a couple months ago, we have seen a change. People are being more courteous.”     Over the past year, local newspaper headlines on pedestrian accidents bore tragic reminders of the safety issues in Rexburg prompting Mayor Larsen to start a new city wide campaign called Share the Road to reward safety conscious citizens and promote safety. Share the Road extends to drivers and bicyclists as well.  “We’re looking for people who go a little beyond what’s expected. They slow down before intersections; they keep their head up and watch,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg City Police Department. When the police recognize someone sharing the road they are contacted by phone and receive rewards. “We’ve had multiple businesses donate things, free food, show tickets and haircuts. As long as people can participate, the program will keep going,” Lewis said. Larsen said the program prevents incidents like those that have happened in the past. “The program came about because of tragic accidents involving BYU-Idaho students and community members. We want to focus on education and getting the word out,” he said.  “We have an issue with J-walking. A lot of the time kids have their iPods in and aren’t paying attention to what’s around them,” Lewis said. As part of the solution to some of the common problems, Lewis recommended some simple solutions. “Bikers need to use bike paths - those paths aren’t for runners or mothers with strollers. They should use sidewalks and crosswalks,” he said. The 2nd West and 3rd South intersection, near Taco Time, has been a site of multiple accidents according to Larsen.  As part of Share the Road, a High-Intensity CrossWalK, or HAWK Pedestrian Signal, is being installed on location. “I’ve been informed it should be completed in two to three weeks, and hopefully it will make that area safer for everyone,” Larsen said. The HAWK Pedestrian signal uses a series of lights to notify drivers when to stop and go, according to ddot.com.  A flashing yellow light is activated when a pedestrian presses the walk button, which warns the driver to slow down. The light remains yellow and lit but stops flashing to warn drivers that a pedestrian will soon be entering the crosswalk. The light then turns from solid yellow to solid red. When the light is solid red, it is a complete stop and the driver cannot proceed through the cross walk until either the light is deactivated, or a pedestrian is no longer in the cross walk and a flashing red light appears opposed to the solid red. The new pedestrian signal and the rewards program for obedient citizens are met with a mixture of emotions. “We’ve gotten positive responses, but part of the downside is we still have to issue tickets if people aren’t sharing the road,” Lewis said. Share the Road is more than just a temporary program. “It’s an ongoing process; it’s not only educating students, but also permanent residents of Rexburg on pedestrian safety and bike safety,” said Larsen. Lewis said he can already see results. “Compared to last year or a couple months ago, we have seen a change. People are being more courteous.”   Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:19:24 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Get-caught-sharing/BLOG/795699/96698.html LoweryJohnson 2009-09-22T22:19:24Z NEWS iComm Student Media   Over the past year, local newspaper headlines on pedestrian accidents bore tragic reminders of the safety issues in Rexburg prompting Mayor Larsen to start a new city wide campaign called Share the Road to reward safety conscious citizens and promote safety. Share the Road extends to drivers and bicyclists as well.  “We’re looking for people who go a little beyond what’s expected. They slow down before intersections; they keep their head up and watch,” said Captain Randy Lewis of the Rexburg City Police Department. When the police recognize someone sharing the road they are contacted by phone and receive rewards. “We’ve had multiple businesses donate things, free food, show tickets and haircuts. As long as people can participate, the program will keep going,” Lewis said. Larsen said the program prevents incidents like those that have happened in the past. “The program came about because of tragic accidents involving BYU-Idaho students and community members. We want to focus on education and getting the word out,” he said.  “We have an issue with J-walking. A lot of the time kids have their iPods in and aren’t paying attention to what’s around them,” Lewis said. As part of the solution to some of the common problems, Lewis recommended some simple solutions. “Bikers need to use bike paths - those paths aren’t for runners or mothers with strollers. They should use sidewalks and crosswalks,” he said. The 2nd West and 3rd South intersection, near Taco Time, has been a site of multiple accidents according to Larsen.  As part of Share the Road, a High-Intensity CrossWalK, or HAWK Pedestrian Signal, is being installed on location. “I’ve been informed it should be completed in two to three weeks, and hopefully it will make that area safer for everyone,” Larsen said. The HAWK Pedestrian signal uses a series of lights to notify drivers when to stop and go, according to ddot.com.  A flashing yellow light is activated when a pedestrian presses the walk button, which warns the driver to slow down. The light remains yellow and lit but stops flashing to warn drivers that a pedestrian will soon be entering the crosswalk. The light then turns from solid yellow to solid red. When the light is solid red, it is a complete stop and the driver cannot proceed through the cross walk until either the light is deactivated, or a pedestrian is no longer in the cross walk and a flashing red light appears opposed to the solid red. The new pedestrian signal and the rewards program for obedient citizens are met with a mixture of emotions. “We’ve gotten positive responses, but part of the downside is we still have to issue tickets if people aren’t sharing the road,” Lewis said. Share the Road is more than just a temporary program. “It’s an ongoing process; it’s not only educating students, but also permanent residents of Rexburg on pedestrian safety and bike safety,” said Larsen. Lewis said he can already see results. “Compared to last year or a couple months ago, we have seen a change. People are being more courteous.”   news, pedestrian, safety nonadult false Get caught sharing text blog news,pedestrian,safety 41 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=12899443&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 1 NEWS 0 795699 12899443 Member 0