Greece's new conservative Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis was sworn in Monday after a sweeping election victory put him in charge of the EU's most indebted member with promises to end a decade of economic crisis. "The Greek people gave us a strong mandate to change Greece. We will honour it to the full," the 51-year-old Harvard graduate and former McKinsey consultant said after taking his oath of office in a televised ceremony, his wife and three children close by. "Hard work begins today. I am completely confident that we will prove equal to the challenge." The pitfalls facing the new Greek leader were made abundantly clear just hours later as eurozone finance ministers warned Athens to stick to its strict public spending commitments. "We must keep our commitments, this is the only way I know to gain credibility," Eurogroup chief Mario Centeno told reporters in Brussels. "Commitments are commitments. If we break this, credibility is the first thing to fall apart and this brings a lack of confidence, investment and at the end of the day, growth," Centeno added. In May, leftist former premier Alexis Tsipras had announced a batch of tax cuts that both the Bank of Greece and the country's creditors said could affect agreed fiscal targets. During the campaign, Mitsotakis said he could persuade Greece's creditors to accept the easing of tight fiscal targets with "a comprehensive reforms package". The new cabinet will be sworn in on Tuesday and meet the following day. The new finance chief is Christos Staikouras, a 45-year-old former junior finance minister who holds a banking PhD from London's City University. The foreign ministry goes to Nikos Dendias, 59, who was public order minister when a historic probe began into the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party following the 2013 murder of an anti-fascist rapper. Among other notable choices is the appointment of two former far-right party allies to head development and agriculture. The US-educated Mitsotakis faces a hefty challenge as he takes over from Tsipras, who imposed austerity measures required under a bailout to keep Greece in the eurozone. The country's public debt last year stood at 335 billion euros ($376 billion), or 180 percent of GDP. The debt load is forecast to fall to 168 percent of GDP this year, but only through the belt-tightening brought in under Tsipras's Syriza party, policies which Mitsotakis's New Democracy party says is stifling growth. - 'Message for change' - Former banker Mitsotakis has pledged to create jobs and "steamroll" obstacles to business. Those pledges wooed Greek voters, who handed him nearly 40 percent of the vote in Sunday's election, well ahead of the 31.5 percent given to Tsipras. "It's a strong message for change in Greece," Mitsotakis told reporters on Sunday. Last week he told AFP his mission was "to make sure we restart the economy" with "ambitious growth driven by private investments, exports and innovation". Tsipras, for his part, warned that Mitsotakis would do away with the social spending he brought in to help Greece's vulnerable groups. He portrayed the Mitsotakis family -- one of Greece's leading political dynasties -- as part of a failed system that bankrupted the country in 2010. - Son of a PM - Mitsotakis is the son of former prime minister Constantine Mitsotakis, one of the country's longest-serving parliamentarians. His sister Dora Bakoyannis is a former minister and the first female mayor of Athens. And in a first even for a country accustomed to family links in politics, the recently-elected mayor of Athens is the incoming prime minister's nephew. Mitsotakis took charge of New Democracy three years ago. Following the election, his party will have a majority of 158 seats in the 300-member parliament. New Democracy was last in power in 2014, in coalition with the Greek socialists. Syriza's parliamentary presence will shrink from 144 seats to 86. Tsipras has promised to remain an "active" voice in opposition in defence of labour rights. Sunday's election was Greece's third in as many months. In May, New Democracy beat Syriza by nearly 9.5 points in European Parliament elections. A week later, it completed a near-sweep of Greek regions in local elections. After that, Tsipras was forced to call an early general vote. Entering parliament for the first time are Greek Solution, a nationalist party formed by TV salesman Kyriakos Velopoulos, and MeRA25, an anti-austerity party founded by maverick economist and Tsipras's former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis. Neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn was shut out of parliament for the first time since 2012. Golden Dawn, until recently Greece's third-ranking party, is in steep decline amid an ongoing trial for the 2013 murder of an anti-fascist rapper, allegedly carried out with the knowledge of senior Golden Dawn members. burs-jph/boc


ELK GROVE (CBS13)   The Elk Grove Police Department is looking to identify a suspect from a robbery that occurred on July 8 at an AM/PM on Harbour Point Drive. Officials described the suspect as a Caucasian male adult, approximately six foot three inches and 200 lbs. Surveillance images do not give a clear view of the suspect's face but officials hope that someone may recognize the suspect or his skateboard. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Elk Grove Police Department Investigations Bureau (916-478-8060) or Crime Stoppers (916-443-HELP). Those who call Crime Stoppers with information can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.


STOCKTON   Seven individuals and two local teams will be inducted into the next class of the Stockton Athletic Hall of Fame. The 55th annual dinner will be held on November 13 at the Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium. The inductees are Lester Bond (track and field), Tom Conway (basketball coach), Barry Enright (baseball), Robert Gaughran (swimming, water polo), Kendall Kenyon (basketball), Denis Willens (sports contributor), Lance Turner (tennis). The hall of fame will also honor the 1974 Delta College men's cross country team and the 1971-72, 1972-73 Stagg High boys basketball squads, which were coached by Conway. The awards banquet will begin with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. Here's a closer look at the inductees: Lester Bond: He was a long and triple jumper during the 1960s for San Jose State and has made his name in Stockton as one of the prominent jump coaches in the city for the past several decades. Tom Conway: He won 53 consecutive games with the Delta Kings in 1971-73, and coached a total of 14 seasons at Stagg. He was also the head coach of Modesto Junior College's men's basketball program for 15 seasons. Barry Enright: A star pitcher at St. Mary's High, he went on to play at Pepperdine and was a second-round draft pick of the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2007. He played in the Major Leagues for Arizona and the Los Angeles Angels, and is currently the pitching coach for the Hillsboro (Oregon) Hops, the Diamondbacks' short-season Class A affiliate. Robert Gaughran: A swimming and water polo star at Stockton College (now Delta College) and University of Pacific, he averaged 8.8 goals per game for Stockton College in 1953. He has been inducted into the United States Water Polo Hall of Fame. Kendall Kenyon: A star in four seasons with the Pacific women's basketball team, Kenyon is the only Tiger with 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in her career. She played professionally in Europe for two years. Lance Turner: Turner, who passed away in 2015, was a Stockton native who played for the Stagg, Delta and Pacific tennis teams. A dentist, he coached the sport for most of his life. Denis Willens: He has spent six decades coaching and mentoring athletes, particularly swimmers. Willens also spent 10 years as an assistant basketball coach at Pacific. For further information, visit the Stockton Athletic Hall of Fame website at stocktonhalloffame.com Contact reporter Scott Linesburgh at (209) 546-8282 or slinesburgh@recordnet.com . Follow him on Twitter@ScottLinesburgh ___ (c)2019 The Record (Stockton, Calif.) Visit The Record (Stockton, Calif.) at www.recordnet.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


Five-time NBA champion Tim Duncan is preparing his return to the NBA but players in the Western Conference won't have to worry about his presence in the paint. Duncan, who is just a few years into retirement, will rejoin the San Antonio Spurs as an assistant to coach Gregg Popovich. A player doesn't win five championships by accident. Duncan obviously has the basketball IQ to help the Spurs get back into title contention. With the Golden State Warriors retooling in 2019-20 due to free agency changes and injuries, that prospect may be easier than at any point during the Warriors' five-year reign atop the Western Conference. According to Yahoo Sports , here's what Popovich had to say about the return of The Big Fundamental to NBA arenas: It is only fitting, after I served loyally for 19 years as Tim Duncan's assistant, that he returns the favor. Warriors coach Steve Kerr got a kick out of his counterpart's comments, calling it "one of the great quotes of all time." One of the great quotes of all time. https://t.co/kEqVQoG2PH - Steve Kerr (@SteveKerr) July 22, 2019 Out are the days of pure fundamentals in the NBA; in are the days of versatility. Thanks to the Stephen Curry's penchant for three-point shooting, and an entire team and league willing to transform their style of play because of it, Duncan will have to modify his mindset to be effective. MORE: Brooks Koepka Calls Out J.B. Holmes Following Disastrous Final Round at The Open Francisco Lindor's one-handed HR should be evidence of MLB's juiced baseballs Lakers' Quinn Cook Q&A: 'It feels like this team has been together a while' Browns sign UDFA rookie center Lo Falemaka Kevon Looney on why he stayed: 'I have a special bond with this team'


Interested in adopting a pet   or just taking a peek at some cuddly canines? There are dozens of endearing puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around New York City. Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies currently available for adoption. (Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.) Charlie Girl, mixed breed Charlie Girl is a winsome female mixed breed puppy in the care of Mr. Bones & Co. Charlie Girl is eager to make friends, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. Have no fear: She is already house-trained. She's been vaccinated. Notes from her caretakers: This sweet stunner loves other dogs and people and enjoys just being a dog. Read more about how to adopt Charlie Girl on Petfinder . Rapture, Labrador retriever mix Rapture is a female Labrador retriever puppy currently residing at PupStarz Rescue . Rapture likes to socialize, and she loves kids, dogs or cats. She is vaccinated. Notes from her caretakers: This delightful puppy is soft, sweet, cuddly and super loving. She is dog friendly, cat friendly and is fabulous with all humans. She seeks out attention and affection and responds with happiness and joy. Apply to adopt Rapture today at Petfinder . Zola, border collie and terrier mix Zola is a lovable female border collie and terrier puppy currently residing at PupStarz Rescue . She is a social animal, and she loves other dogs. She is vaccinated. Zola's current caretakers say: This endearing pup is soft, sweet, loving and dog friendly. She enjoys attention and likes being pet. She is also fond of ear scratches and belly rubs. Read more about Zola on Petfinder . Kokomo, Australian cattle dog mix Kokomo is a female Australian cattle dog puppy in the care of PupStarz Rescue . Kokomo plays well with others, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs and cats. She has all of her shots. From her current caretaker: This tender-hearted darling has an engaging personality and is bursting with love. She is a great pup with a lot to offer. Affectionate, curious, spirited and kind, all this sweet girl needs is a home to call her own and a devoted best friend for life. Read more about how to adopt Kokomo on Petfinder . Kiki, Australian cattle dog mix Kiki is a charming female Australian cattle dog puppy currently residing at PupStarz Rescue . Kiki is ready to make friends, and she's happy to keep company with cats and dogs. She is vaccinated. Here's what her friends at PupStarz Rescue think of her: She is lively and active, but needs plenty of nap time, too! Play, rest, repeat! Read more about how to adopt Kiki on Petfinder . Vevre, Labrador retriever and Australian cattle dog mix Vevre is a male Labrador retriever and Australian cattle dog puppy currently residing at PupStarz Rescue . Vevre is friendly as can be   he'll get along great with your children, dogs or cats. He has all of his shots. Notes from his caretakers: This delightful puppy is soft, sweet, cuddly and super loving. He is dog friendly, cat friendly and is fabulous with all humans. Read more about how to adopt Vevre on Petfinder . This story was created automatically using local animal shelter data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


LOUISVILLE   There is almost always one horse . Much of the Kentucky Derby is about the massive scale of the event: The attendance, the parking, the drinking, the betting, all carried out in mind-boggling numbers that represent the Derby not just as an iconic American sporting event, but as a sort of a sports-and-culture freak show of excess. Which in many ways it is, and this is part of its charm. Or something. This size-matters calculus extends to the breadth of the field for the race itself 20 horses, bigger (by several) than any other major race in the United States, a stampede of horse flesh that is at once breathtaking and terrifying. But when race week arrives, in the quiet corners of the Churchill Downs backstretch, they whisper about a single horse. There are 20 in the starting gate, they will say, but we're all chasing that one. Everybody has a chance, they will say, unless he runs he best race, then we're running for second. I like my horse, they will say, but have you seen that horse in his workouts? One year that horse was a fast little red colt named Smarty Jones. Before sunrise one morning he skipped over the track like a waterbug and opposing trainer Bob Baffert said, "We're all in trouble if he runs like that Saturday." Two years later it was a giant beast named Barbaro who lit up the mornings; I stood near the track with two-time Derby-winning trainer Nick Zito, who said, "Right there, that horse, he's had the best week here by far." The list goes on: Big Brown in 2008, California Chrome in '14, American Pharoah in '15, Justify in '18. Always one horse looking down at the others, playing a quiet game of King of the Hill. This year that horse was Omaha Beach. Winner of three straight races this spring, including impressive victories in a division of the Rebel Stakes and the Arkansas Derby, Omaha Beach has the regal look of greatness and the experience of having raced and fought and won, a rare combination in this era of infrequent racing and gentler handing for Derby-bound horses. Omaha Beach is both fast and tough and seems better prepared for the rigors of the Derby, and the Triple Crown, than most three-year-olds in the spring of the year. But Omaha Beach is not running. Early Wednesday evening came the news that Omaha Beach had been scratched with a condition called an entrapped epiglottis. It is a minor health issue, and Omaha Beach is expected to be racing by the summer. But he is out of the Derby, and rival trainer Todd Pletcher, a two-time Derby winner and Hall of Famer, said, "It's about the most significant defection you could possibly have." Omaha Beach's departure unfolded in two waves across Churchill Downs. In the first, there was immediate sympathy for Omaha Beach's trainer , Richard Mandella, a respected 68-year-old Hall of Fame trainer with a professional resume that lacks only a Derby, and who would have been universally praised had he won the race. But the Derby doesn't work that way. On Thursday morning, Omaha Beach peered out from stall No. 15 in Barn No. 28, unaware as always. "This horse," said Mandella Thursday morning. "If you had seen him around the barn, you can see how special he is. It just seemed like everything was so in line. In fact, I actually had a thought: Is this too perfect? And we found out it wasn't." (Note: Mandella also said that Omaha Beach had developed a slight sore throat about a week ago, but had quickly bounced back to full health. Or so it had seemed.) The second wave came in evaluating the effect of Omaha Beach's departure. Suddenly a Derby with a solid if not overwhelming favorite appears utterly wide open. And on Thursday, Haikal became the second scratch of this Kentucky Derby, due to a hoof abscess on his left front. "Never seen the field so close,'' says Baffert. But that's a bit of misdirection, too. It's a very tight field at the top, for sure, but suddenly Baffert's three starters 2018 Breeders Cup Juvenile winner, Game Winner; Santa Anita Derby winner Roadster; and Improbable are the top three choices in the morning line and could potentially leave the starting gate as the top three picks as well. Baffert, who took the spotlight with Triple Crown winners American Pharoah in 2015 and Justify in '18, said, "I was just planning on coming in here nice and quiet, stay under the radar, let Omaha Beach be the star…." This is not the first time a likely Derby favorite has been scratched close to the race. Most recently, I Want Revenge was scratched on morning of the 2009 Derby and Uncle Mo was scratched the day before the '11 Derby; both were highly regarded morning line favorites. (Neither event was as seismic as '12 Derby and Preakness winner I'll Have Another getting scratched from the Belmont Stakes on the day he would have attempted to win the Triple Crown, forestalling that feat for four years, when American Pharoah ended the 37-year gap between Triples. ) But the withdrawal of The Big Horse is always a destabilizing moment at the Derby, buzzkill for the masses, but a blast of opportunity for every other trainer in the race. That noise you hear is the sound of opportunity knocking. In the category of deserving veterans, Mandella is conveniently replaced by Bill Mott, 65, also inducted in to the Hall of Fame long ago (1998), winner of multiple Breeders Cup races (10 in all) and respected by his peers in a way that some trainers are not. He comes to Churchill Downs this year with Tacitus, winner of the Wood Memorial prep race in New York. Mott has started eight horses in the Derby, dating back to 1984. None have finished better than seventh. On Wednesday morning, I met Mott outside his Churchill barn and asked which year presented his best chance of finally winning the Derby. "2019," said Mott. "And before that, 2018." Last year Mott started Hofburg, who got a lousy trip and hung on for seventh place. Like Mandella, Mott keeps any Derby desperation tucked away behind a poker face. "The Derby is not the main focus of what I do," says Mott. "It's a segment of what I do." About 50 meters from Mott's barn is Baffert's barn, which during Derby week is chockablock with spectators and B-list celebrities (yesterday: Avery Johnson!) a way station for every equine tourist who rose early to seek something, anything good enough to post on Instagram. His three horses are all good: Game Winner won his first four starts and has finished second twice this spring, to Omaha Beach and Roadster. Roadster, with four lifetime starts two before throat surgery last fall and two since is still a work in progress, but full of talent. Improbable is a rambunctious sort who doesn't love the paddock or the starting gate, but chased Omaha Beach home in the Arkansas Derby. Two weeks ago when I saw Baffert in California, he praised his horses and qualified his praise like so: "No Pharoahs or Justifys this year." He praised Omaha Beach more profoundly, clearly a fan. In a sense, Omaha Beach's defection removes its most compelling character, but it does not change the character of the race itself. It remains a race in which most of the field would love to stalk or otherwise chase a fast pace and then run for the wire. Omaha Beach would have run this way as well, just most likely faster than the rest. Now it's a race to be third, fourth or fifth in the first turn, as ever. "So many horses with the same running style," says Baffert. "We can't all get to the same spot." The value of that stalking position is likely to be dictated by two other horses: War Of Will and Maximum Security. They are the speed in the race. War Of Will is an interesting case; after stakes victories in Louisiana in January and February, he was the 4-5 favorite in the Louisiana Derby, but ran poorly and finished ninth. The official chart ominously says he "lost action," in his stride. Trainer Mark Casse found nothing wrong with War Of Will in the aftermath and moved on to the Derby. Perhaps his Louisiana Derby race was a hiccup. The Derby post position draw brought another: He drew the No. 1 post position, from which all manner of peril can ensue. The only way to avoid that peril is for jockey Tyler Gaffalione to gun War Of Will into the lead, which he will try to do. "My horse is fast," says Casse. If War Of Will gets away clean and takes the lead, he is likely to find himself matching strides with Florida Derby winner Maximum Security, who on Dec. 20 of last year was run by trainer Jason Servis brother of John Servis, who trained Smarty Jones in a $16,000 claiming race, which means that anybody could have claimed him after his nine-length victory. Nobody did. Maximum Security has won three races since, by a combined 28 lengths. He led the Florida Derby from wire to wire. Hence: If War Of Will gets a clean run and meets up with Maximum Security, there is a possibility that the two of them will run very fast on the front of the race. Baffert, for one, expects this scenario to play out. "It's going to be hot up front," he says. (Note: If War Of Will breaks poorly or otherwise gets caught up in early traffic, Maximum Security could potentially get an easy lead, which means, look out.) A speed duel on the front end would put half the field in play coming from behind. Tacitus. The Baffert trio. And others. Like Vekoma, the Blue Grass Stakes winner who runs with his left front leg flopping oddly out to one side. Or By My Standards, who won the Louisiana Derby that War Of Will lost and has been improving with every start. Or Code Of Honor, who won the Fountain of Youth prep race for trainer Shug McGaughey (winner of the 2013 Derby with Orb), but was compromised by a rugged trip in the Florida Derby and finished third. Or Win Win Win, the second-place finisher in the Blue Grass, who has brought 52-year-old trainer Michael Trombetta back to the Derby for the first time in 13 years. They all have a chance, and others, too. It is a bettor's Derby. My analysis: I agree with Baffert it's going to be fast. Once that's in play, it comes down to which horses are given, or take, an advantageous trip around the Churchill Downs oval. Much of this is out of the riders' hands. (Another thing that's out of the riders' hands is the weather; it's expected to rain Saturday in Louisville, producing the fourth consecutive off track for the Derby. Omaha Beach loved wet tracks. Only Maximum Security has won in the mud in 2019, and that was at six furlongs in January.) War Of Will and Maximum Security are fast, solid horses. My gut feeling is that they will get tired after fighting for, or maintaining, the lead. A year ago Justify battled Promises Fulfilled through very fast fractions of 22.24 seconds for a quarter mile and 45.77 for a half, before rolling away to win by two and a half lengths. But Justify was a special horse , a Triple Crown winner 112 days after his first start. (Still mind-boggling). That leaves this race to the stalkers and, possibly, the closer. (Although I don't think so, because the stalkers are good.) The sport probably has Baffert fatigue at this point, but my stance is that Omaha Beach was the best horse in the field and he was all-out to beat Game Winner in the Rebel. Game Winner subsequently was run down by Roadster in the Santa Anita Derby. Both of them will be there. As will Tacitus. My picks: 1. Game Winner 2. Tacitus 3. Roadster Related slideshow: Kentucky Derby winner the year you were born (Provided by Yardbarker)


The Department of Housing and Urban Development acknowledged that a Trump administration plan to purge undocumented immigrants from public housing could displace more than 55,000 children who are all legal U.S. residents or citizens. The proposed rule , published Friday in the Federal Register, would tighten regulations against undocumented immigrants accessing federally subsidized housing to "make certain our scarce public resources help those who are legally entitled to it," HUD Secretary Ben Carson said last month . But the agency's analysis of the rule's regulatory impact concluded that half of current residents living in households potentially facing eviction and homelessness are children who are legally qualified for aid. Subscribe to the Post Most newsletter: Today's most popular stories on The Washington Post Current rules bar undocumented immigrants from receiving federal housing subsidies but allow families of mixed-immigration status as long as one person   a child born in the United States or a citizen spouse   is eligible. The subsidies are prorated to cover only eligible residents. The new rule, pushed by White House senior policy adviser Stephen Miller , would require every household member be of "eligible immigration status." Undocumented immigrants may no longer sign the leases of subsidized housing, even if their children are entitled to prorated benefits. Approximately 25,000 households, representing about 108,000 people, now living in subsidized housing have at least one ineligible member, according to the HUD analysis. Among these mixed-status households, 70 percent, or 76,000 people, are legally eligible for benefits   of whom 55,000 are children, HUD says. The vast majority live in California, Texas and New York. "HUD expects that fear of the family being separated would lead to prompt evacuation by most mixed households," the agency's analysis said. "Temporary homelessness could arise for a household, if they are unable to find alternative housing." Those mixed-status families in subsidized housing receive an average of $8,400 per household a year, according to the HUD analysis, which is typically written by career staff. Restricting those subsidies to families in which all members are legal U.S. residents would cost an additional $193 million to $227 million a year because entire families would receive higher subsidies, the analysis said. Given that Congress is unlikely to allocate the additional money, HUD probably would be compelled to "reduce the quantity and quality of assisted housing in response to higher costs," the analysis found. As a result, the analysis said, "there could be fewer households served under the housing choice vouchers program"   contrary to the Trump administration's stated goal of getting more families off the years-long waiting lists for housing assistance. Carson told Fox Business on Thursday that only one in four Americans who qualify for federally subsidized housing receive help. "I'm talking about legitimate American citizens, so obviously we want to get those people taken care of," said Carson, who personally signed off on the proposed regulation. But the rule could have the opposite effect, the agency's analysis said. For public housing complexes, the increased costs imposed by the rule would hurt the quality of service, maintenance of units and "possibly deterioration of the units that could lead to vacancy," HUD said. The analysis went on to suggest "less costly" alternatives to limit the "adverse impact of the transition on eligible children," such as grandfathering in current mixed-status families and only applying the proposed rule to new households seeking HUD subsidies. "Tens of thousands of deeply poor kids, mostly U.S. citizens, could be evicted and made homeless because of this rule, and   by HUD's own admission   there would be no benefit to families on the waiting list," said Diane Yentel, president and chief executive of the National Low Income Housing Coalition.


The potential implementation of a $25 road fee is a major discussion point as Anderson County Council works on its budget. The council has considered the road fee in the past, but it has never been implemented. Here are answers to some questions you might have about the issue. What is the road fee? County Council is considering an annual $25 fee charged to the owner of each motor vehicle within the county. By law, the fee could only be spent on improving and maintaining Anderson County's 1,524 miles of roads and bridges. A 2017 study by a consulting group found that the county needed a fee or tax to pay for road maintenance, according to past reporting from the Independent Mail. The group found that the county could only maintain 20 miles at the current budget and probably needed to spend $8 million each year to improve and maintain roads. How much money would the road fee collect and where would it go? Based on the county's calculation of the 215,000 vehicles in the county, it would collect roughly $4.9 million from August through June if the fee were approved, according to a handout from Wednesday's budget workshop meeting. The money would go toward paving, supplies for paving and bridge repair. County Chief Financial Officer Rita Davis acknowledged that amount would decrease once the county decided on exemptions. The road fee would come with a tax deduction of 1 mill, which Davis said in an email would equal $6 on a $150,000 house. The fee would require a separate ordinance that would go into effect in August at the earliest if it was passed by the end of June, Davis said. Why is this fee necessary when we pay the statewide gas tax? The 2017 Infrastructure and Economic Development Reform Act, which adds an additional 2-cent tax to fuel prices each year for six years, is used exclusively for state roads. According to the State Department of Transportation website, that money will fund improving 100 miles of highway each year, replacing half of the state's "750 structurally deficient bridges," widening interstates and resurfacing state highways. The $25 road fee would be specifically for maintaining Anderson County's roads and bridges. WATCHDOG JOURNALISM Our investigative reporters devote hours, days and months for stories of interest to the public. Local stories such as this require resources. Please help by becoming a digital subscriber . Will there be any exemptions? County Council is willing to consider a cap on the number of vehicles a car owner would have to pay for. Council has discussed whether a small business owner with several vehicles for that business would have their fee capped at two or four of the cars, Rusty Burns, county administrator, said. County Council also is considering various exemptions for vehicle owners ages 65 and older, disabled veterans or people with disability placards. What does council think about the road fee? All seven members of County Council attended Wednesday's budget workshop meeting, but not all of them spoke about the road fee. Councilman Brett Sanders said although he's conservative and likes to save money, "Sometimes, you've gotta do what's best in the long run." He discussed adding a sunset clause, which would keep the fee valid for a set number of years, and then council would have to approve it again. Councilman Ray Graham said he believes the county has "failed" to educate citizens about how the money would be used and the difference between state and county roads. "I definitely see the value," Graham said. "Whether we do it today or we do it 10 years from now, we've got to somehow earmark some type of funding, some type of money for roads and bridges." He said he'd want to see a sunset clause of two years or four years. "I'm not saying I support it, but I'm not against it either," Graham said about the fee. "I think in the right way we could sell this and it'd be a true benefit to Anderson County." Councilman Jimmy Davis said he was in favor of the "concept" of a road fee because 100% of the money would go toward improving roads. "We've gotta find a way to put real hard money into paving, and this is the way to do it," Davis said. "We've gotta be smart about it and we've gotta be accountable about it, but this is the only way that I can see we can finally put our money where our mouth is." Davis also asked the council to have a "united" message to the county as far as what the money would be used for and where it would go. "We're talking about county roads: the roads people go to work on every day and go in and out of their driveway every day," he said. "The general public, I think if we can get something back to them and present it in the right way, it will make sense." Chairman Tommy Dunn closed the meeting by saying there's more discussion to be had on the road fee, but the money would have to come from somewhere. "Bottom line: There's not $4 million of cuts in this budget to get the roads paved," Dunn said. Kathy Pierre covers all things Anderson from its growth to its people. You can email her at kathy.pierre@independentmail.com or reach out on Twitter @kpierrejourno . More: Anderson County Council is considering a road fee for taxpayers in the new budget ... again More: Why a sewer fee launched Jan. 1 could mean higher rent on Powdersville-area apartments More: In Anderson, fatalities down on one of SC's deadliest roads. DOT not declaring victory, yet This article originally appeared on Anderson Independent Mail: An Anderson County road fee is possible: Here's what you need to know


The Arquus Scarabée military vehicle concept was showcased to the public about a year ago, but the first clips of an early build in action started to surface online last month, and you can see why it's named after an insect. Of course the most visually impressive aspect of the Scarabée is the fact that both the front and rear axles can turn for steering, giving it unique maneuverability. The front and rear wheels can turn opposite of each other for extremely tight cornering, or they can move together so that the truck can drive laterally if necessary. Apparently the vehicle is propelled by a diesel engine with an electric boost, for a combination of range and the option for silent running. And environmental friendliness! Just kidding. It doesn't look like it can achieve quite enough of an angle to drive completely perpendicularly, but its weird "crab-walk" capability would certainly have an advantage for dodging things are moving through natural terrain. Otherwise, the Scarabée cockpit's designed for four, it has range of loadout options, and adjustable suspension that lets it be tall for off-roading or short for transportation. It's proportioned to fit inside a military aircraft. Looks like it would be a decent city car, too. Joking aside, it does look a lot better than the Rezvani Tank . Maybe Arquus will add some quilted leather and make a civilian version of it can't find enough countries in conflict needing these things for actual combat. Hat tip to Bret and Nosrat!


Sara Welch reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News at 10 on May 19, 2019.


Mazda is recalling more than 262,000 SUVs and cars in the U.S. to fix a software problem that could cause the engines to stall unexpectedly. The recall covers certain Mazda6 midsize sedans and CX-5 SUVs from the 2018 and 2019 model years. Also included are Mazda3 small cars from 2019. Mazda traced the problem to a software error in the computer that controls the valves as part of the vehicles' fuel-saving cylinder deactivation technology. More on freep.com: GM seeks to avoid Takata recalls for fourth straight year Ram pickups recalled because air bags may not work in crash The company says in government documents posted Wednesday that drivers won't get any warning before the engine stalls. Mazda says no crashes or injuries have been reported because of the problem. Dealers will reprogram the software at no cost to owners. The recall is expected to start before Aug. 26. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Mazda recalls more than 262K vehicles to fix stalling engines


A 34-year-old graffiti artist has been arrested after 'tagging' buildings with support for a neo-Nazi group and flat earth research. Skyler Gene Butts had been the subject of a year-long investigation involving more than 30 incidents of graffiti spraying on federal land in Colorado. The latest tagging was on a Bureau of Land Management bathroom and the damage was estimated at $5,000. Throughout the year-long investigation Butts has spray-painted support for 'Flat Earth Research' and the 'Rise Above Movement'. The Rise Above Movement is a militant alt-right group based in California that describes itself as openly neo-Nazi, white nationalist and white supremacist. The group, started by Robert Rundo, is only believed to have between 20 and 50 members. Four of its members were arrested last year for violating the federal rioting statute during a Unite the White rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 2017. It is unclear whether Butts is affiliated with the group. A statement from the Colorado River Sheriff's Office said: 'On May 22, 2019, Butts was seen on surveillance cameras driving his company vehicle and spray painting the side of a BLM restroom facility near Parker Dam Rd. 'Butts was positively identified as the suspect during the investigation. Estimated damages for defacing the property is estimated at over $5,000. 'Butts was arrested and booked into the Colorado River Station jail on felony vandalism charges. His bail amount was set at $25,000.'


The top outdoor motocross riders are in Rancho Cordova this weekend for the Hangtown Motocross Classic. Despite rain, race organizers said the 51st annual race will go on at the Prairie City State Vehicle Recreation Area. Volunteers with the Dirt Diggers North motocross club spent the night Thursday plowing, grading and mixing the rain-soaked soil in preparation for the first day of racing Friday. Amateurs will be on the track, before the pros get their first taste of the mud Friday afternoon. The annual event draws riders from around the world and boasts a fan base of more than 30,000 people. Pro rider Dare Demartile didn't have to travel far from Lincoln to his home track. This will be the riders second year on the Lucas Oil Pro Motorcross Outdoor Championship series. "Just the experience makes me feel so much better. I'm less nervous, I know what's coming, I know how to qualify. I know what I need to do to be where I want to be," said Demartile. While they riders would prefer a dry, grippy track, Demartile said they are ready to battle the mud rain or shine. "The start is going to be even more critical because you are going to be eating roost, the track is going to be tough to jump all the jumps, but everyone has to ride the same track. It'll be good," said Demartile. Race organizers said fans sitting on the hill should not only bring a lawn chair, but an umbrella as well. Amateur races are on Friday, with the pros taking over the track for the main event Saturday. Tickets are still available and can be purchased on the Hangtown Motocross Classic event website. READ MORE: Despite rain, mud, Hangtown Motocross Classic is a go CHECK OUT KCRA: Stay informed. Get the latest Modesto, Stockton and Sacramento news and weather from the KCRA news team.


Joe Thomas engaged in verbal sparring with Browns beat writer Tony Grossi over the perception of Odell Beckham Jr. and his absence from voluntary OTAs. The crux of the issue boils down to whether or not a star player should be skipping voluntary workouts early in the offseason. On one side, you have a man with an opinion and a platform to voice that opinion. On the other, you have a man who was on the team and is a future Hall of Fame inductee. We have to be fair. Grossi has been covering the Browns for more than two decades. He covered the Browns back in the 1980s, which was the last time they were Super Bowl contenders. He has seen a lot in his time, but he's not a player. If anyone understands the culture of an NFL locker room, it's Thomas. He knew almost nothing but suffering during his tenure in Cleveland. He saw very few highs in his time. If anyone gets the culture, it's Thomas. So, Beckham not showing up to voluntary OTAs, in Grossi's eyes, is bad for him, the team, and the future. To Thomas, it's nothing to worry about. Grossi remarked that Thomas never missed OTAs and Thomas went to great lengths to illustrate why the two aren't comparable and why the issue needs to end. Here are the high points: ⁃ Beckham Jr isn't sitting on his couch eating "bon-bons," rather he was on a strict regimen with trainers who know and understand what it takes to get him in peak physical condition. He doesn't have that relationship with the Browns' staff yet. ⁃ Every player is different and Beckham getting to that elite level may take something different than other players. ⁃ Thomas attended OTAs because he developed a relationship with the Browns staff that is akin to Beckham and his relationship with his personal trainers. ⁃ As Joe neared the end of his career, he attended OTAs, but did not participate. The extra wear and tear on his body wasn't worth it at that point. ⁃ Thomas believes the "QB to WR" connection is overvalued during OTAs. ⁃ Thomas believes that there needs to be a fine balance between training and practice. You can't have one without the other, but someone like Beckham Jr. would get more out of training than practice. Tony Grossi vs. OBJ: Missing in Action Storyline- A Players Perspective Why does Mr Grossi write incessantly about Mr Beckham missing voluntary OTA days? @obj @bakermayfield @TonyGrossi pic.twitter.com/ONUX1C7BAt - Joe Thomas (@joethomas73) June 3, 2019 Odell Beckham Jr. reported in today, as expected, for mandatory workouts tomorrow. You can all but guarantee the media circus will not stop. It really needs to. Maybe we need to stop paying attention to these articles that merely exist to drum up drama? Here's a short list of players who skip or have skipped voluntary OTAs: Tom Brady, Troy Polamalu, Ed Reed, Ray Lewis, and there are countless more. Could you imagine how much better those guys could/would be if they showed up to voluntary workouts in May? MORE: Why James Holzhauer's small Final Jeopardy! bet made total sense Did Nike accidentally reveal that Kevin Durant is staying with the Warriors? Report: Suns, Bulls offering lottery picks for Lonzo Ball Return of NASCAR: Packers planning ways to get 4 OLBs on the field together PFF projects Raiders DE Maxx Crosby to beat out Arden Key for starting role


SHEBOYGAN, Wis. - A 26-year-old Wisconsin man was sentenced Monday to three years of probation for clogging women's toilets in Deland Park and at his place of work. Patrick D. Beeman was originally charged with 12 misdemeanors of criminal damage to property, but seven of the charges were dismissed in early June. As conditions of probation, Beeman will have to serve 150 days in jail, pay more than $5,500 in restitution, not be allowed to possess or consumer alcohol or any controlled substances, and complete 100 hours of community service. While the state only recommended Beeman serve 30 days in jail as part of his probation, Judge Kent Hoffmann sentenced him to 30 days for each of the five counts of criminal damage to property, served consecutively, citing the need for a more severe punishment. Police: Serial diaper dumper left dirty diapers around New Jersey for months as 'joke' 'Super pooper': New Jersey superintendent accused of pooping on high school track resigns, sues police for $1M Beeman will be able to participate in the Huber program, which will allow him to continue working at his current job, but require him to report back to jail each day after work. Beeman apologized for the damage and stress he caused in a statement he read during the sentencing hearing Monday. "I need to make things right and pray forgiveness every day," he said. According to a criminal complaint, officers found a toilet in the women's bathroom at Deland Community Center clogged by a plastic bottle last March. Water was overflowing from the toilet. Officers had checked the restrooms the previous evening and the toilets were not damaged. Officers reviewed 10 similar incidents beginning in April 2017 where toilets were clogged. The city determined each incident caused about $200 in damage, the complaint said. Officers were able to identify Beeman after speaking with a manager at the temp agency for which Beeman worked, who said Beeman damaged toilets at a company where he was placed by the agency, the complaint said. He was only employed there about a month. The manager said Beeman was placed at another company, where incidents of a similar nature began to happen. According to the complaint, Beeman told police he gets urges to do odd things, like look for bottles in the garbage to plug toilets. He said he stopped when he heard police were investigating. Follow Diana Dombrowski on Twitter at @domdomdiana This article originally appeared on Sheboygan Press: Serial toilet clogger sentenced to 150 days in jail, 3 years of probation


Honda got its start in this country building basic transportation, and building it well, with clever packaging, affordable prices and proven reliability. Now, of course, Honda builds cars of all shapes and sizes, much of which are not so basic. But with its first-ever subcompact SUV, the HR-V, Honda proves it's still skilled at the thing it's done well all along: building good small cars. The HR-V is technically a crossover, albeit a very small one, sharing much of its underpinnings with Honda's extremely flexible Fit econo-car. With a base price of just under $20K, it costs about $3K more than a Fit. In exchange for that extra money, HR-V buyers get a higher-riding crossover boasting better sight lines, available all-wheel drive, and that all-important SUV image projection. They also get more power under the hood, which we'll discuss in a moment. Research the Honda HR-V on MSN Autos First, let's talk style. The HR-V has a face that not only Honda fans can love, thanks to modern graphic elements and an assertive stare that doesn't try and scare other drivers how could it with such cute dimensions? The body-sides are characterized by strongly defined front fenders and a dramatic upward swoosh that meets the dropping window-line at a point just behind the rear doors. Speaking of the rear doors, their handles are cleverly tucked in the window trim, something to remember to tell your friends where they try to get in on car-pool day. The rear view is dominated by massive, horizontal tail-lamps, but Honda deserves credit for breaking up the large tailgate with sporty contouring, while black trim protects the rear bumper from nicks. Clearly, Honda expects most of these cars to live in the city. Inside, the HR-V is clean and fresh, if a bit sterile. We suspect many buyers won't mind this, but anyone who views cars as something more than rolling appliances might long for a lot more personality. Honda deserves credit for applying a good amount of soft-touch materials where it counts, rendering the cheap stuff (unavoidable at this price point) to inconspicuous places. The gauges are big and round, with the speedometer glowing green when you drive like a tree-hugger. The leather-covered seats in our EX-L tester proved comfortable, if a little short, while the center armrest and rising, two-tiered center console create a sense of intimacy missing in some cute-ute competitors. For such a small car, rear seat room is superb, and the cargo hold is astonishingly spacious, with a bumper lift-over height that rivals most cars. A 60/40 split rear seat folds flat to open up a space large enough to handle a Costco run for a family of four. If there's an ergonomic nit to pick, it's involves the large, flat touch-screen infotainment system that comes with most HR-V's and displays not only information for audio, navigation, and various Honda app-based systems, but also Honda's Lane Watch system. This latter feature basically turns the screen into a redundant passenger side rearview mirror when you flick the turn signal. That's all good, but is it too much to ask for a simple volume knob? How about a seek button? Indeed, this featureless expanse of touch-sensitive glass (which often washes out in the sun) seems better at collecting fingerprints than simplifying the process of gathering information or finding a radio station. Our advice: get to know what you can control via voice-activated features and leave the screen alone. (Incidentally, this applies to all Hondas that use this system which is most of them.) Also of note, the HR-V is available with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Based as it is on the perky Fit, and blessed with more power (141-horsepower vs. 130-hp) and torque (127 lb.-ft. vs. 114), we had high hopes that our tester would be a hoot to drive. And while we generally enjoyed its high-speed stability, hushed cabin and smooth ride, we wouldn't exactly say it was all that fun. Several hundred pounds of added weight make for even slower-feeling acceleration. The continuously variable automatic can also be blamed for turning the engine's generally sweet engine note into an unpleasant drone at full throttle, though a Sport mode establishes a more "stepped" character to the acceleration to better mimic conventional automatic. Just as egregious is the over-boosted steering, which prevents the driver from feeling connected to what's happening at the wheels. Just because it doesn't frolic along a twisty two-lane road like a Miata doesn't make it a dud, however. Remember, cute-utes are arguably more about city commutes than country road shenanigans, or even off-roading in all-wheel-drive models (which we would keep to muddy driveways and gravel roads, thank you). For urbanites, the HR-V's extreme park-ability and fuel efficiency   to the tune of an excellent 27 mpg in the city and 32 on the highway   will probably carry much more sway. A couple of years ago, the cute-ute segment was pretty much nonexistent. But it's most definitely a thing now, and the HR-V enters an increasingly crowded field that includes the Nissan Juke, Jeep Renegade, Chevy Trax and Mazda CX-3. The last in this list is particularly appealing, as the Mazda is a strong alternative that's actually fun to drive. But the HR-V is the Honda in the group, and that name goes a long way in some circles, particularly those who for so many years have enjoyed Honda's well-known penchant for combining everything a driver needs in a small and versatile package. 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Curious just how far your dollar goes in Seattle? We've rounded up the latest rental offerings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring housing in Seattle if you're on a budget of $1,300/month. Read on for the listings. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 623 Federal Ave. East (Capitol Hill) Listed at $1,210/month, this 350-square-foot studio apartment is located at 623 Federal Ave. East. In the residence, you can expect high ceilings and hardwood flooring. When it comes to building amenities, expect bike parking and outdoor space. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are permitted on this property. Expect a $35 application fee. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is quite bikeable and is a haven for transit riders. (Check out the complete listing here .) 525 N.E. Northgate Way (Northgate) Here's a 443-square-foot studio apartment at 525 N.E. Northgate Way that's going for $1,223/month. The residence comes with a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Building amenities include a fitness center, a swimming pool and garage parking. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. Expect a $250 cat deposit. Walk Score indicates that this location is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 4528 44th Ave. SW (West Seattle) Listed at $1,225/month, this 256-square-foot studio apartment is located at 4528 44th Ave. SW. The building boasts assigned parking and additional storage space. The residence also has in-unit laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. The listing specifies a $40 application fee. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. (See the complete listing here .) 507 N.E. Northgate Way (Northgate) Finally, there's this studio apartment over at 507 N.E. Northgate Way. It's listed for $1,241/month for its 506 square feet. You can expect to see in-unit laundry in the apartment. Building amenities include a fitness center, secured entry and outdoor space. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee, but there is a $270 pet deposit. Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options. (Check out the complete listing here .) Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Seattle . This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


It was a dream come true when veteran minor league forward Chris Bourque was named to Team USA for the Olympics in 2018. He just so happened to not be on an NHL contract at the time and was allowed to participate, a reward for a life spent in hockey battling for opportunity wherever it presented itself. That opportunity has now taken the forward to Germany , where he will play for EHC Munchen next season in the DEL. Bourque, 33, has played in the AHL, NHL, KHL and NLA prior to this trip to Germany, and found great success at almost every level. While his professional career may not be as well-known as his father Ray's, he is among the most productive scorers in AHL history with 746 regular season points in 794 career games. His 118 postseason points are also among the best ever, and has hasn't lost a step even as he heads into the back half of his career. The dream of a real shot at the NHL may be long gone however, as Bourque last suited up for the Boston Bruins in 2012-13. With three Calder Cup championships under his belt to go along with multiple individual awards, Bourque will go down as one of the best players the AHL has ever seen. If this journey to Germany ends that minor league career, he'll have gone out on another great season. In his lone year for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, Bourque recorded 54 points in 72 games.


Automakers rely on a vast network of suppliers, and if something goes wrong somewhere in the chain, it almost always lands on the automaker itself to initiate a recall. That's what's happening in BMW's latest recall. BMW has issued a recall for 5,079 examples of its vehicles. The recalled vehicles are spread across three vehicle lines, each with multiple variants under recall, and each with its own separate spread of build dates. Here are the vehicles in question: 2019-2020 2 Series : 230i and 230i xDrive coupe and convertible, M240i and M240i coupe and convertible, M2 Competition. 2019 3 Series : 330i xDrive Sportswagon. 2019-2020 4 Series : 430i and 430i xDrive coupe and convertible, 440i and 440i xDrive coupe and convertible, M4 coupe and convertible 2020 4 Series Grand Coupe: 430i and 430i xDrive, 440i and 440i xDrive The problem stems from the knee airbag modules for both driver and passenger. The modules, which come from the supplier Joyson Safety Systems, may have airbags that were improperly folded and assembled into the housing. This might cause the airbags to become damaged during inflation, preventing the full safety benefit and increasing the risk of injury in an accident. BMW learned of the problem in April, when the supplier's in-house testing determined that some airbags were damaged in deployment. After narrowing the parts down to a specific batch, BMW decided to initiate a voluntary recall. Thankfully, the company is not aware of any injuries or accidents linked to the defect. The fix is pretty straightforward. Upon receiving the recalled vehicles, dealership technicians will replace one or both knee airbag modules with improved versions that are folded correctly. Reimbursement shouldn't be an issue, because all the vehicles subject to this recall are still covered under new-car warranties. BMW expects owners to receive recall notifications by mail in early July. The 2019 BMW M2 Competition looks seriously sporty This was originally published on Roadshow.


The winning MegaMillions lottery ticket was sold in New Hampshire. The winning numbers are: 1, 4, 23, 40, 45, and a Megaball of 11. New Hampshire Lottery marketing director Maura McCann told News 9 that this is the first time a winning MegaMillions ticket was sold in the Granite State. The jackpot was for $168 million with a cash option of $108.8 million. The ticket was sold at Brookside Market and Deli at 51 Hampton Road in Exeter. The odds of winning MegaMillions are one in 302,575,350, McCann said. Only one winning jackpot ticket was sold, according to the MegaMillions website. Another ticket in California matched 5 numbers for a $1 million prize. MegaMillions is drawn in Atlanta and is sold in 44 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. READ MORE: Winning MegaMillions ticket worth $168 million sold in NH CHECK OUT WCVB: Get the latest Boston news, weather and sports online, anytime. Stay in the know with Boston's news leader   WCVB.


10 Small-Cap Growth Stocks Analysts Love the Most 10 Small-Cap Growth Stocks Analysts Love the Most Investors who can stomach more risk stand to reap greater rewards. That's where small-cap growth stocks come in, and they just might deserve a place in your buy-and-hold portfolio. Research shows that growth stocks with small market capitalizations   market values between roughly $300 million and $3 billion   tend to outperform larger asset classes over time. Indeed, the so-called small firm effect was documented by Eugene Fama, a winner of the 2013 Nobel Prize in Economics. "Because they usually are young and lack exposure, small-cap growth companies tend to fly under the radar," writes financial services company Federated Investors. "They are less closely followed and understood by the community of securities analysts, which sometimes means they sell for less than their true or potential value, creating opportunities if the market comes to re-price their shares accordingly." To get a sense of which small-cap growth stocks look ripe for the picking these days, we screened the small-cap benchmark S&P 600 Growth Index for stocks with the highest average analyst ratings. We limited ourselves to companies with market caps of at least $1 billion. Furthermore, our stocks had to have a minimum of five "Strong Buy" analyst recommendations. S&P Global Market Intelligence surveys analysts' ratings on stocks and scores them on a five-point scale, where 1.0 equals a "Strong Buy" and 5.0 means a "Strong Sell." Any score lower than 3.0 means that analysts, on average, rate the stock as being buy-worthy. The closer the score gets to 1.0, the better. Based on those criteria, here's a look at the 10 best-rated small-cap growth stocks in the S&P 600 Growth Index . Click ahead to see them. SEE ALSO: 10 Small-Cap Value Stocks Analysts Love the Most 10. Armada Hoffler Properties Market value: $1.1 billion Dividend yield: 5.1% Analysts  average recommendation: 1.57 Armada Hoffler Properties (AHH, $16.49) doesn t fit the stereotype of small-cap growth stocks, where investors imagine red-hot tech plays or biotechnology companies on the cutting edge of new cures. Instead, Armada is a diversified real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns a mix of office buildings, retail locations and apartment buildings, mostly in the Greater Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area. REITs offer an easy way for investors to bet on real estate and collect a generous stream of income at the same time. By law, a REIT must pay out at least 90% of its taxable income in the form of dividends. As such, REITs offer comparatively high   albeit sometimes more volatile   yields. Shares in AHH are up more than 17% year-to-date (vs. a gain of 14.4% for the Standard & Poor s 500-stock index), helped by continued growth in its real estate portfolio. The company recently announced it would acquire the Red Mill Commons and Marketplace at Hilltop retail centers in Virginia Beach, where the REIT is headquartered. Analysts at Janney, who rate shares at  Buy,  note that AHH s core portfolio s occupancy rate grew both sequentially and year-over-year in the first quarter, and now stands at 96%. Of the seven analysts covering Armada Hoffler Properties tracked by S&P Global Market Intelligence, five give the stock their strongest  Buy  rating, while two have it at  Hold.  9. Viavi Solutions Market value: $3.1 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts  average recommendation: 1.45 Shares in Viavi Solutions (VIAV, $13.38) have returned 33% year-to-date, and analysts   who have a consensus 12-month price target of $15   think the stock has more room to run. Viavi specializes in testing and monitoring various types of communications networks, such as broadband, copper, Wi-Fi and fiber optic, and analysts are bullish on its growth prospects. Viavi is projected to deliver average annual earnings growth of 16% over the next three to five years, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. Of the 11 analysts covering VIAV, eight give it their strongest  Buy  rating, one has a more moderate buy-worthy rating and two say it s a  Hold.  The emergence of next-generation, or 5G, cellular networks is a key part of analysts  collective faith in this firm.  We continue to believe the company s wireless test business is in the early stages of a multi-year investment cycle as original equipment manufacturers and service providers begin their transition to 5G networks,  write Stifel analysts, who rate VIAV a  Buy.  SEE ALSO: 50 Top Stocks That Billionaires Love 8. HMS Holdings Market value: $2.7 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts  average recommendation: 1.38 It s been a volatile past year for investors in HMS Holdings (HMSY, $31.38) but analysts believe the small-cap growth stock is in store to look more like Dr. Jekyll and less like Mr. Hyde. Shares in the benefits coordinator and billing auditor for government and commercial health care programs are up 51% over the past 52 weeks versus a gain of 5.5% for the S&P 500 over the same span. But they haven t done so in linear fashion. Indeed, HMSY s 52-week range stretches from $20.73 to $38.15. Analysts  average price target of $38.58 gives HMSY implied upside of about 23% from current levels. Farther out, analysts expect HMS to generate average annual earnings growth of 14% for the next three to five years. Of the 13 analysts surveyed by S&P Global Market Intelligence, nine rate HMSY at  Strong Buy,  three call it a  Buy  and one has it at  Hold.   We continue to view the growth outlook as robust, driven by strong commercial sales, novel product launches, and solid execution on myriad corporate initiatives,  say analysts at William Blair, who rate shares at  Outperform,  their top buy-worthy rating. 7. Dave & Buster's Entertainment Market value: $2.0 billion Dividend yield: 1.1% Analysts  average recommendation: 1.36 Dave & Buster s Entertainment (PLAY, $55.60), the restaurant and arcade chain, has analysts excited about a turnaround in its foods and beverage business. The company s amusements division, which includes arcade games, billiards and bowling, saw strong sales in the most recent quarter, note analysts at Maxim, which rates shares at  Buy.  But it was the restaurant s results that really stood out. The food and beverage business posted an increase in same-store sales   a key retail industry metric    for the first time in two years,  Maxim says. PLAY stock is up nearly 25% year-to-date, more than doubling the performance of the broader market over the same time frame. Analysts think there s more where that came from. Their average target price of $63.60 gives Dave & Buster s implied upside of about 14% in the next 12 months or so. Longer-term, Wall Street s pros expect the company to deliver average annual earnings growth of 15% over the next three to five years, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Of the 11 analysts covering PLAY tracked by S&P GMI, seven rate shares at  Strong Buy  and four have it at  Buy.  SEE ALSO: 18 Consumer Staples Stocks to Take the Edge Off Your Portfolio 6. Brooks Automation Market value: $2.8 billion Dividend yield: 1.1% Analysts  average recommendation: 1.33 Brooks Automation (BRKS, $38.27) makes specialized, high-tech equipment for companies in the semiconductor, solar and chemical industries, among others. Continued strength in the semiconductor segment and Brooks  emergence as a player in life sciences makes analysts bullish on the name. Analysts as Stifel, who give BRKS shares their top  Buy  rating, say their recommendation is based in part on a  more favorable outlook  for Brooks  emerging life sciences business, continued outperformance in its semiconductor business, and improved cash flow generation. Brooks has gained 46% year-to-date, but only one pro thinks shares are fully valued at the moment. Of the six analysts covering the stock tracked by S&P Global Market Intelligence, five rate BRKS at  Strong Buy.  The lone dissenter has it at  Hold.  5. CryoLife Market value: $1.1 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts  average recommendation: 1.33 CryoLife (CRY, $30.02) participates in the niche business of distributing cryogenically preserved human tissues for transplant purposes, and also has a medical-devices division. Shares haven t wowed investors so far in 2019, with meager 6% returns that are easily underperforming the market. But analysts think that s about to change. Canaccord Genuity, which gives CRY its top  Buy  rating, thinks the second half of the year will be a  transformative  period for the company   one in which its product pipeline leads to accelerating sales growth, fatter profit margins and increasing profitability over the next two to three years. Five analysts surveyed by S&P Global Market Intelligence rate CRY at  Strong Buy,  while one calls it a  Hold.  Their average target price of $36.10 gives CRY implied upside of about 20% over the next 12 months or so. And analysts project CryoLife to generate average annual earnings growth of 30% over the next five years, according to data from Refinitiv. SEE ALSO: 13 Stocks With Big Future Potential 4. Virtusa Market value: $1.6 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts  average recommendation: 1.29 Shares in Virtusa (VRTU, $54.20) were up 27% year-to-date through May 15, but the stock was primed to sink into the red May 16 following an extremely disappointing quarterly earnings report. But while three analysts did lower their price targets on VRTU in response, they also maintained their bullish ratings on the information technology services company. Virtusa, which provides IT consulting and outsourcing services, missed analysts  profit expectations by more than 25% and issued full-year guidance that came in below Wall Street s estimates. It maintained the five  Strong Buy  and two  Buy  ratings from analysts surveyed by S&P Global Market Intelligence that it boasted earlier in the week, and analysts still expect the company to generate average annual earnings growth of 21% over the next three to five years. But their average price target on VRTU shares, which was $64.83 on May 13, dropped to $58 shortly after its earnings report. But that translates to still-high upside potential once the smoke clears. For instance, Cantor Fitzgerald s Joseph Foresi, who rates shares at  Overweight  (the firm s top  Buy  rating), lowered his price target from $56 per share to $52, but he cites the company s improved organic growth rates (organic growth excludes contributions from acquisitions) and margin expansion as reasons why he s still bullish VRTU. 3. Agree Realty Market value: $2.6 billion Dividend yield: 3.4% Analysts  average recommendation: 1.25 Agree Realty (ADC, $67.71) is another REIT that finds itself among small-cap growth stocks. Agree is a commercial REIT that owns more than 700 properties that it leases to retailers across 46 states. It got off to a strong start in 2019, say analysts at Janney, who give ADC their top  Buy  rating and say the stock is  one of our favorite REIT names.  That bullishness stems in part from the company s occupancy rate, which stood at 99.7% at the end of the first quarter. Agree Realty s tenants are a sort of who s who of blue-chip companies. The REIT leases space to Sherwin-Williams (SHW), Walmart (WMT) and Walgreens (WBA), among other national brands. Better still, Agree Realty is a  net lease  (or  triple-net ) REIT   a model where tenants are responsible for property taxes, insurance and maintenance costs, resulting in more consistent and predictable earnings for the REIT. The dividend, while not great for a REIT, still is roughly twice the S&P 500 average. And the stock s low volatility   it moves far less drastically than the S&P 500 in both up markets and down   allows investors to sleep at night. Seven analysts tracked by S&P Global Market Intelligence rate ADC at  Strong Buy,  and one says it s a  Hold.  SEE ALSO: 57 Dividend Stocks You Can Count On in 2019 2. Supernus Pharmaceuticals Market value: $1.7 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts  average recommendation: 1.25 Supernus Pharmaceuticals (SUPN, $33.34), a specialty pharma company that focuses on treatments for central nervous system diseases, is treading water in 2019. Shares are almost breakeven year-to-date thanks to a May selloff triggered by weak first-quarter numbers. However, analysts remain bullish because of Supernus s success with a couple of key approved drugs, as well as a few treatments under development. Total prescriptions for Trokendi XR, a migraine-prevention medicine, and Oxtellar XR, an anticonvulsant, rose 11% year-over-year in the first quarter, note analysts at Janney, which has SUPN at  Buy.   Over the long-term, we anticipate Oxtellar will continue to grow and benefit from expansion as a monotherapy for the treatment of partial seizures,  Janney s analysts write.  Further upside will come from potential expansion for bipolar disorder.  SUPN also is targeting treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Seven analysts surveyed by S&P Global Market Intelligence give SUPN their strongest buy-worthy ratings. One analyst calls it a  Hold.  Their average price target of $57.88 gives SUPN implied upside of 74% in the next 12 months or so. 1. NeoGenomics Market value: $2.2 billion Dividend yield: N/A Analysts' average recommendation: 1.22 Shares in NeoGenomics (NEO, $23.11) are scorching Wall Street with 83% gains in 2019, and analysts continue be bullish on the stock   at least for now. With the stock bumping up against their average price target of $24.13, they'll either have to hike those targets or downgrade the stock to "Hold" on valuation concerns. Until then, however, the operator of a network of cancer-focused genetic testing laboratories is tops among small-cap growth stocks with a market cap above $1 billion and at least five "Strong Buys," according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Needham analysts, who give shares their top "Buy" rating, cite the firm's plan to double its sales force to 70 representatives as just one reason to like the stock. Seven analysts rate shares at "Strong Buy" and two call it a "Buy," according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. They expect NeoGenomics to generate average annual earnings growth of 20% over the next three to five years. SEE ALSO: 10 Small-Cap Stocks to Buy for 2019 and Beyond


Well, yes and no. See, like most health myths , the claim that lemons contain a magical weight-loss super-elixir is false, though it does have a seed of truth to it. First of all, drinking lemon juice will help you de-bloat: It has diuretic properties, meaning it pulls water away from your body's cells and makes you have to pee more often. It might make you poop more, too. The result: You shed some water and lose a bit of your pooch, explains [Pamela Peeke](http://www.drpeeke.com/ target=), M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P., senior science adviser for Elements Behavioral Health and author of The Hunger Fix . Meanwhile, Peeke does note that if you drink it with water, you could see a teeny-tiny blip in your metabolic rate. But is it the lemon juice or the water to thank? In one study published in The Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism , researchers found that chugging 17 ounces of water increased men's and women's calorie-burning rates for the following hour. Either way, lemon juice is packed with vitamin C, which, apart being good for your overall health, could benefit your fat-burn potential. Research in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition shows that people with adequate levels of vitamin C burn 30 percent more fat during high-intensity workouts that those with sub-par levels. Lemon juice is also rich in pectin, a type of fiber that, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, may prevent blood-sugar spikes by delaying how long it takes for food to leave your stomach. Both could mean good things for any weight-loss efforts. But you don't have to start juicing lemons to up your intake of either nutrient. You can get vitamin C out of just about any piece of produce and bell peppers, kiwis, broccoli, kale, papayas, and strawberries are all particularly packed. Meanwhile, apples, oranges, and grapefruits are some of the best pectin sources around. So, yeah, adding lemon juice to your diet is good for weight loss. But is it any better than eating a piece of fruit and washing it down with a glass of water? Probably not. • • •


Former Arsenal midfielder Freddie Ljungberg is set to become part of Unai Emery's first team coaching staff next season as the club prepare for an overhaul of the backroom structure. The news comes just under a year since the Swede took up the role of Under-23 coach after leaving VfL Wolfsburg where he was assistant manager to Andries Jonker. Freddie Ljungberg will join Unai Emery's first-team coaching staff at Arsenal next season. [Times] pic.twitter.com/7iijS0uC4Z   AFTV (@AFTVMedia) June 5, 2019 His new position at the club will see him advise Emery on the best young talent at the club, with the club knowing they will need to look internally for new talent after being handed a measly £40m to spend this summer. Sky Sports broke the news of the switch for Ljungberg, while also confirming Arsenal 's current assistant head coach Steve Bould will make the switch to the Under-23's. Failure to secure a spot in next season's Champions League has left Emery in limbo, knowing he will not have the financial backing to sign the top players he is after, while equally aware that quality talent are unlikely to settle for Europa League football. As such, the backroom shake up is expected to enlighten the Spaniard to strength within the club's development ranks - with former 'invincible' Ljungberg having first hand experience with the players who could make the jump up to first team. Youngsters Reiss Nelson and Emile Smith Rowe were sent out on loan to Hoffenheim and Red Bull Leipzig in the Bundesliga respectively and are likely to feature more prominently for the first team after news of Ljungberg's increased presence among the senior squad. The Evening Standard claims that more reshuffling of the backroom staff is expected to be announced in due course, as Emery looks to set in place the perfect structure for Arsenal to launch another assault on the Premier League top four.


A shooting in Anderson, South Carolina, tragically killed an 11-year-old girl named Ja'Naiya Scott on Sunday evening. Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson knows he can't erase a family's heartbreak, but he decided to do what he could for them. The incident occurred approximately 30 minutes or 20 miles from Lawson's hometown of Central and according to Fox News in South Carolina, the Bills defender confirmed to them that he will pay for the child's funeral. . @Shaq_Lawson90 confirmed to me tonight that he has agreed to pay for the funeral for 11-year-old Ja'Naiya Scott. A $10K reward is also being offered for an arrest in her killing. pic.twitter.com/xIe5lsCHCq - Amanda Shaw (@Amandainthenews) June 27, 2019 Lawson also went to college at nearby Clemson University. The gesture by the 25-year-old Bill is nothing short of fantastic. Lawson spoke to the Independent Mail and The Greenville News late Wednesday in a telephone interview. He said he had reached out to speak to Ja'Naiya's mother, Marshella Rice. "I know her heart was hurting," Lawson said. "I was so speechless I couldn't saying anything. I felt for her pain. I felt the pain, too. I felt like any way I could possibly help out, I was going to do that. It hit my heart." Charges have yet to be filed in the case, which also left an 18 year old and 11 year old injured. MORE: NBA trade rumor rankings: The latest on Bradley Beal Roundup: Donald Trump Subreddit Quarantined, Kevin Love Gets Expensive Steve Austin Pendant, Tristan Thompson Buys New Mansion Patriots veteran Julian Edelman does a hilarious Bill Belichick impression Report: Former Celtics player criticizes Brad Stevens' coaching style Jets new regime will keep an eye on Chuma Edoga, Jachai Polite


While the NFL and the NFLPA met multiple times before the recent summit, the most recent meeting provided the clearest picture as to the status of the next collective bargaining agreement. This may not be progressing as both sides hope. The session in Chicago represented the first time during this CBA negotiation cycle that the parties exchanged proposals, Albert Breer of SI.com notes . With the revenue split entering the equation, a 4 1/2-hour meeting led to the rest of that week's powwows being nixed because the sides were too far apart. Monday's follow-up meeting morphed from a key negotiating session to a meeting based around more peripheral matters. The revenue split subject was not on today's agenda. The league and the union are still slated to meet Tuesday, Breer adds, but it's unclear if the big-picture subjects will be discussed. The parties' next summit is scheduled for mid-August. League owners wanted more time to plan a new proposal, having seen the players' for the first time, according to Breer . The players are also planning to amend their initial proposal. While categorizing this round of talks as more productive than where the parties were at this point of the previous CBA cycle, Breer does not expect a new deal to be in place by the owners' unofficial pre-Week 1 target date . The owners have backed off the goal of having the next collective bargaining agreement in place by then. With the current CBA not set to expire until after next season, this process being completed in 2019 may be difficult. The union continues to prepare players for a possible 2021 work stoppage, sending out a "work stoppage worksheet" ( Twitter link ) themed around saving money in the event another lockout comes. Without a new deal in place, next offseason will include new contract and salary cap rules specific to the final year of the CBA, which means no June 1 release designations and the ability of teams to use both the franchise and transition tags to keep players off the free agent market.


A decent big Healey makes for brilliant driving, and it's a great investment, too. Yet solid specimens are rarer than you might think; here's how to find a good one. How much to pay • Project £25,000-27,500 • Good £45,000-75,000 • Concours £80,000-90,000 Overview Practicality ★★★ Running costs ★★★ Spares ★★★★ DIY friendly ★★★ Investment ★★★ Desirability ★★★★ For many classic enthusiasts , the big Austin-Healey sums up the great British sports car. The 3000 with its torquey 3.0-litre C-series straight-six is the cream of the crop. Even if the roadster drove like a pig, you'd buy one just for the looks   but, of course, it doesn't drive like a pig, although the experience could be described as somewhat 'vintage'. The heat soak from the exhaust can make the cabin uncomfortably warm, the primitive hood of earlier models is a pain to erect and the steering is heavy. Yet that's what makes the 3000 so charming and so much fun   it's not an anodyne experience. See More... Bentley Turbo R Buying Guide Mercedes W123 Buying Guide A whole raft of big Healeys were built between 1953 and 1968, but for many enthusiasts the original is far from being the model of choice. For those fans, only the 3000 will do; the Healey that was hurled down forest tracks by Timo Mäkinen, or driven at breakneck speeds by the Morley brothers on events such as the Tulip Rally. While the Healey 100 was a looker, it was the 3000 that could be driven at 120mph for miles on end (at least in MkIII form), and with its smooth straight-six it had the sort of low-down grunt that lesser sports cars just couldn't muster. Over the past few years, big Healeys have risen in value to the point where they're now out of reach for the casual enthusiast. Many are in the hands of collectors, so should you be competing for a slice of the action? We reckon so; here's how to do it without getting your fingers burned. Your Motorious Austin-Healey 3000 inspection checklist Engine All of these Healeys were fitted with a 2912cc straight-six. It's a truck-derived unit that's as unstressed as they come, which is why 200,000 miles between rebuilds is a breeze. That's just as well, because it's not a cheap powerplant to overhaul. Coolant weeps between the head and block are par for the course, but it's possible to modify the waterways to eliminate this. Most owners don't bother, though; they just keep the coolant level topped up, as the rate of loss is very low. A compression check will highlight any problems, too, while it's also worth checking that the oil and coolant haven't mixed. Oil consumption tends to be quite high; up to 250 miles per pint. On the move, oil pressure should be 45-50psi, dropping to 10-15psi at idle. Overheating isn't a problem on properly maintained cars, but the waterways can get silted up. If the engine runs hot this is probably why, although incorrectly set ignition timing or a sludged-up radiator will have the same effect. Because the Healey sits so low, the exhaust gets damaged easily. The 3000 MkIII sits slightly higher, but all big Healeys are susceptible to pipe damage. Gearbox All 3000s came with an Austin Westminster-sourced four-speed transmission, with optional overdrive. These gearboxes are tough, but a lack of synchromesh on first gear can lead to worn or missing teeth. If the overdrive isn't working there's probably an electrical fault, which should be easy to fix. Rear axles leak oil, which then seeps from the end of the axle casing onto the brake linings. Replacing the seal is a half-hour job, but if the brake linings and axle need attention, too, things will be more involved. Suspension and brakes Front damper mountings can work loose and lever-arm dampers can leak. The cam-and-peg steering box might also be incontinent, but if oiled regularly these don't need rebuilding   see if the box is running low on oil. If the steering feels loose, the kingpins are probably worn; these should be greased every service. Make sure the rear springs aren't sagging, because the ground clearance is tight as it is. If the car is sitting too high at the back, the springs have probably been replaced. Remanufactured springs on BJ8s can take a while to settle, leading to a jacked-up look. All Healey 3000s got drum brakes at the rear with discs at the front. Only the 3000 MkIII got a servo as standard, but one was optional on the 3000 MkII; they're worth having, although the anchors are good as they are. Bodywork The big Healey's weak spots are the chassis and bodywork, because of either rust or impact damage (or both). The ladder-frame chassis is simple, but can be damaged with the slightest knock, so see whether the main rails are straight and check the car doesn't pull to one side with no steering input. Chassis corrosion is also a problem, especially in the main rails and outriggers. The latter support the sills, and mud thrown up gets trapped between the two, then eats away at both chassis and body. Beware of bodged chassis and floorpan repairs. Because the floorpans and bulkhead are welded to the chassis, many people won't effect a proper repair. The bottom nine inches of the car are susceptible to rot, which means floorpans, sills, wings and wheelarches need careful inspection. Inner sills are structural and difficult to repair. These need to be checked from inside the car, but carpeting can make inspection tricky. The front shroud (around the bonnet, headlamps and grille) is particularly difficult to restore properly, as it consists of several curved alloy sections welded together. It's not rust-prone, but parking knocks can wreak havoc with the soft shroud; it gets dented just by leaning against it. The rear section can be the same, and filler is likely to be present   although the single-skinned panels make spotting plod easy. Just lift the bonnet or bootlid, and you'll be able to immediately see whether there are any big dents that have been filled. Standard front and rear wings were steel, but replacements are also available in aluminium. Fitting alloy panels reduces corrosion   both electrolytic and water induced   but they get dented easily. If the swage line that runs from behind the front wheelarch to the rear wing isn't consistent where it meets or leaves the door, the car has probably been poorly restored. Also, see how well the doors open and shut when the car is jacked up at its rearmost point. The chassis should be strong enough to not flex when subjected to this   if the door gaps close up at all, the chassis is weak. Interior Re-importing big Healeys from the US has been popular over the years. Although such cars will probably be in good condition bodily, the sun will have taken its toll on the interior. Dash tops and seats are the first to suffer, so make sure these haven't been poorly repaired. On many cars, bits of trim are missing because they were left off during restoration. Although most things are available, much of it is expensive. Make sure you add up the cost of replacing these parts before you make an offer. Off-the-shelf trim kits don't always fit particularly well, as there are often small differences between one car and another. The only way of trimming a car really well is to tailor all the carpets and panels. History 1959: Austin-Healey 3000 goes on sale with a vertically slatted grille and two-seater (BN7) or 2+2 (BT7) options. Wire wheels and overdrive are optional. 1961: 3000 MkII arrives with a new grille, revised bonnet air intake, fresh badging and triple 1 ¼-inch SU carburettors. The latter would be replaced by twin SUs within a year, with the introduction of the BJ7. 1962: 3000 gets a curved windscreen, wind-up windows and a folding hood. Unofficially known as the MkIIa, there's also extra soundproofing and the engine reverts to 3000 MkI spec: two SU HS6 1 ¾-inch carbs and a revised camshaft. Options include a brake servo, wire wheels, heater and overdrive. 1964: 3000 MkIII appears with a walnut dash, 2-inch SUs, separate indicators front and rear plus a new camshaft. The exhaust is rerouted with two silencers under the nearside sill, there's a stronger clutch and a brake servo is now standard. Motorious says… The Austin-Healey 3000 has always been desirable, but in recent years this has led to collectors snapping up many examples and treating them as an investment. This has put further pressure on values, leading to an upward spiral in asking prices. As a result you now need deep pockets to purchase a really good big Healey, but as long as you buy well these are cars that still represent good value. Not only are they great fun to drive, but the muscular six-cylinder engine also means the 3000 makes a superb long-distance cruiser. Most 3000 buyers want the later models; the MkIIa and MkIII fetch a premium over the MkI and MkII thanks to their improved weather protection. Examples that have been sympathetically upgraded are also sought after: breathed-on engines, the fitment of overdrive and stronger brakes are all worth having. But even if the car is exactly as it left the factory, it'll be an absolute blast to own and you'll love every drive.


Throughout much of the spring training sessions in Washington, a handful of young players have had their chance to prove their worth to the team and make their case for why they should make the 53-man roster. No player on the Washington Redskins has arguably done a better job than cornerback Jimmy Moreland, a seventh-round pick out of James Madison in this years' draft. "He has made his presence felt, without a doubt," Gruden said, via Redskins.com. "He has a great idea of route concepts and breaking on the ball, obviously the ball skills." Moreland, who broke interception records at JMU in college, has been dubbed 'The People's Corner' by ESPN's John Keim, and his presence in the defensive secondary has made it impossible for offenses to ignore him. Through the first two weeks of OTAs, Moreland had already corralled five interceptions, a couple of which could have been taken back for six had the play not been blown dead. "Yeah, he's a fun guy to watch. I've been very impressed with him," said Gruden. The biggest time for young players to make a final push to make the team will come in August at training camp, but credit to Moreland for making an impression out of the gates in Washington. MORE: Drake's reaction to Kevin Durant's injury is now an NBA Twitter meme David Bakhtiari excited to see more from Packers rookie Rashan Gary Observations from the Lions final OTA of 2019 NBA trade rumor rankings: Rockets on the move? Kyle Shanahan, Jimmy Garoppolo already seeing improved 49ers defense


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Gracie Hewartson, a 15-year-old Hopkins Township girl who was reported missing on Friday, has been found in Warwick, Rhode Island. The Allegan County Sheriff's Office said the investigation led them to discover that she may have been in the custody of a man she met on social media. Hewartson was recovered safely on Tuesday. Hewartson's family believed she left voluntarily with a man she met on Instagram. After her parents, Darrin and Micki Hewartson, created a Facebook page to spread the word about their missing daughter, Gracie's friends told them that she was in contact with a man on Instagram. RELATED: Parents of missing 15-year-old girl ask the public for help to find her "We just want her home and safe," Micki Hewartson said to 13 ON YOUR SIDE on Sunday. The Allegan County Sheriff's Office said the case in actively being investigated and more information will be release as the case progresses. ►Make it easy to keep up to date with more stories like this. Download the 13 ON YOUR SIDE app now . Have a news tip? Email news@13onyourside.com, visit our Facebook page or Twitter .


Jeff Van Gundy  celebrated American peacemaker and Honda Civic enthusiast  is a national treasure. At some point, Nicolas Cage is going to have kidnap to him from the Lincoln Memorial in the family-friendly blockbuster of the summer, but for now we will have to settle for the latest and perhaps greatest Gundy-ism, delivered late in the second quarter in Monday night's Western Conference Finals-deciding Game 4. Headphones in, folks. https://twitter.com/SomeonesAnIdiot/status/1130659287104139264 Mr. Archer, please do the honors... See the video on YouTube. RELATED: ESPN softball announcers serve up big ol' matzo ball As you may or may not have pieced together through peals of juvenile cackling, Van Gundy was campaigning for Mike Breen's signature catchphrase. When Breen didn't deliver, Van Gundy did instead, saying, "If you're not going to give him a bang now, when are you going to bang him?" The other half of the completely unintentional double entendre needs no explanation...except to maybe Jeff himself. Thankfully for the basketball viewing populace of America, Van Gundy has plenty of oblivious verbal faux pas left in the tank. Not only will he be a part of ESPN's NBA Finals coverage, but with the Warriors outlasting the Trailblazers in OT to claim their fifth-straight Western Conference Championship, Steph Curry and co. are sure to present plenty of banging opportunities in the coming days. Drink some tea and rest those pipes, Jeff. We need you in peak condition next week.