Alabama's Dexateens 'Whoop It' on latest release Aug 20, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. s Dexateens have toned down their heretofore defining Southern-style psychedelic garage rock in favor of a folkier flavor that puts back-to-basics songwriting ahead of Skynyrd-style swagger. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Survey: Students pick netbooks over Macs Aug 18, 2009
" The study was conducted internally from a random sampling of Retrevo s 4 million monthly visitors, the company said. Meanwhile, speculation has swirled around an expected Cupertino-based tablet computer that may be like a large iTouch and cost about $600. Gene Munster, a Piper Jaffrey senior research analyst, said he believes Apple's tablet would compete well in the netbook category "even though it would not be a netbook. " Reader Comments Latest News Most Viewed Stories Most Emailed Stories... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Group sues over election procedures Aug 14, 2009
The group also asked the judge to rule on whether it can use random sampling to verify signatures, and whether signature collectors should have to make affidavits that each signature is genuine. Bynum said STAND already has nearly 10,000 signatures, which comprises 24 percent of the city's registered voters. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
State OKs commercial netting at Swan Lake Aug 10, 2009
Last year was a random sampling approach whereas this year we'll be focusing on areas where we have the highest catch rates, Leo Rosenthal, a state fisheries biologist, told the Daily Inter Lake. We're trying to focus on areas where we have the maximum catch rates and a minimum by-catch of other fish, including bull trout. (Missoulian, MT)
Thomas Function EP a nice introduction to band Aug 6, 2009
Given that this EP is merely three tracks strong, the whole "random sampling" mechanism was rendered moot. Due diligence prevailed, however, and all songs were sampled in various orders, though with very little variance in perception. (Athens Banner-Herald)
polls show Democrats base receding in Virginia Jul 31, 2009
A random sampling of individuals (which is what a reputable poll is by definition) tells you nothing about voter passivity. In order to make any kind of estimations about voter passivity, the pollster would need to poll until he/she obtained a sample of which Obama voters composed approximately 51. (Harper's Magazine)
29 Notaries had incorrect seal on smoking ban petitions Jul 29, 2009
Nelson initially certified the referendum after checking 5 percent of the signatures through a computer program designed to give a random sampling. He estimated 28 percent of the signatures were invalid for one reason or another. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Strong-Mayor Initiative Jul 29, 2009
Alice Jarboe of the Sacramento County Registrar's Office said Tuesday that officials checked a random sampling of 3 percent of the submitted signatures. Of the 1,562 signatures checked, 1,078 were deemed "sufficient" and 484 were deemed "not sufficient.". (KCRA 3, CA)
Women Getting More Beautiful, Men NOT! Jul 28, 2009
University researcher Markus Jokela collected his data from the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study, a long-term examination of a random sampling of 10,317 men and women who graduated from Wisconsin high schools in 1957. Nearly 50 years later, people in a separate survey were asked to look at the yearbook photos of around 3,250 of the Wisconsin participants and rate them as attractive or extremely attractive, on a scale of 1 to 11. (W-USA News, DC)
Support Slips for Obama on Health Care Jul 21, 2009
Of the random sampling of 1,001 adults taken by telephone from July 15 to 18, 49% approved of his handling of health care, down from 57% in late April. Disapproval has risen accordingly, up to 44%, from 29%, over the same period. (BusinessWeek)
Contract details of new SV schools superintendent released (1) Jul 19, 2009
The following is a random sampling of a few school districts in Arizona, their enrollment and superintendent salaries. This information is from the Arizona Department of Education and, except for Sierra Vista, is from the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Wilco (the band): Nothing to prove Jul 16, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. For their self-titled, seventh studio album, Wilco elected not to repeat the performance-based approach of their last offering, "Sky Blue Sky.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Parking violators, watch out! Jul 12, 2009
A random sampling of businesses around Colonie confirmed Wilson's complaint and revealed that the vast majority are not in full compliance with the law, be it large supermarkets or small establishments. The Crossings, Colonie's park and meeting center complex off Albany Shaker Road, lacks No Parking signs on striped access lanes -- the most common deficiency. (Albany Times Union)
Unusual Detail in Sotomayor Rulings Jul 10, 2009
Sotomayor's votes in split cases were compared with those of other judges through a database that tracks federal appellate decisions nationwide, a random sampling of 5,400 cases. The database codes decisions as "liberal" or "conservative" based on what its creator, University of South Carolina political scientist Donald Songer, says are common definitions. (CBS News -- Politics)
12 great foreign films you won't find here Jul 5, 2009
What we get instead is a kind of random sampling of above-average foreign cinema, which sometimes ropes in the very best - and just as often gives us the good but leaves out the great ... What we get instead is a kind of random sampling of above-average foreign cinema, which sometimes ropes in the very. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Smoking vote in limbo9:26 am | (No comments posted.) Jul 4, 2009
Nelson and his staff certified that the petitions contained sufficient valid signatures, after checking 5 percent of them using a random sampling technique. The sampling is provided by state law. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Random Sampling: Murdoch 'musical' somewhat hit, miss Jul 2, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Stuart Murdoch, founder and frontman of Glasgow's Belle & Sebastian, never has shied away from referencing his reverence for God and pop (or, perhaps, in this case "Pop"). (Athens Banner-Herald)
PG North/South/East/West: Hockey Boom II Jul 2, 2009
So says a random sampling of some of the more successful high school coaches in the area, anyway. "It's huge," said Greater Latrobe coach Dan Ridder, who led the Wildcats to an undefeated season and second consecutive state title this past spring. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Alec Gallup, Former Head of Poll, Dies at 81 Jul 2, 2009
George Gallup Sr. founded the Gallup Poll in 1935, devising random sampling techniques to allow for much greater statistical accuracy. His polling organization, long based in Princeton, was renowned for gauging public opinion across a broad spectrum of issues, from people's religious beliefs to their presidential preferences. (Newsmax)
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So instead of aiming for the unknown exact trajectory of Mercury, Laskar and Gastineau went for a random sampling of what might happen. Modifying Mercury's current position in steps of 0. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Beef sold in Oregon recalled over E. coli fears Jun 26, 2009
Random sampling conducted by USDA scientists identified as much as 41,000 pounds of beef from JBS Swift Beef Co. as possibly contaminated with E. coli. All the recalled beef is in boxes bearing "EST. 969" and packaging date codes of 042109 or 042209. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Alec Gallup; headed leading polling group Jun 26, 2009
George Gallup Sr. founded the Gallup Poll in 1935, devising random sampling techniques to allow for much greater statistical accuracy. His polling organization, long based in Princeton, was renowned in gauging public opinion across a broad spectrum of issues, from people s religious beliefs to their presidential preferences. (Boston Globe)
High Schools: Some WPIAL football teams moving start times to 7 p.m. (06/14/2009) Jun 16, 2009
A random sampling of 20 WPIAL schools showed about half are switching to 7 p.m. starts. They are Belle Vernon, Chartiers Valley, Elizabeth Forward, Hopewell, Montour, Ringgold, West Allegheny, Center, Cornell and New Brighton. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
County audit finds new deficiencies Jun 4, 2009
Livingston says annual audits routinely use random sampling. The chances of an outside auditor finding everything is slim to none. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Random Sampling: 'Silence' is full of sound May 28, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Rather, it is a juggernaut of precisely recorded, crazy-fun pop rock, the purveyors of which are dangerously close to careening into full-blown silliness. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Break Into Marine Biology the Hardy... May 25, 2009
And the NMFS Random Sampling Table doesn t care if the observer is short of sleep. Statistics are a harsh mistress. (Suite101.com)
Cocker rocks when it's appropriate May 21, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Jarvis Cocker, "Further Complications". (Athens Banner-Herald)
A Call for a New CHS Chancellor May 20, 2009
To the Chancellor wrote on May 18, 2009 5:47 PM:" Wake up Father Langlois. This problem has hit critical mass. Quit telling everyone that only a few nuts are complaining. Go and talk to the teachers. Call a random sampling of parents ( Not the usual half-dozen synchophants). They will tell you! The school is falling apart before our eyes. Pride has caused you to dig in and defend what has become a mess. You will be remembered, not Uhl, for allowing it to go on. Feed your sheep!!!!!! ". Teacher... (New Iberia, LA)
Interop Las Vegas Survey Reflects an Increase in Technology Spending Among Attendees May 15, 2009
An email invitation to the online survey was sent to a random sampling of pre-registered Interop Las Vegas 2009 attendees. The survey was fielded by 3rd party research company Decipher, Inc. from April 15th to May 1st, 2009. (PR Newswire)
Washington Examiner: May 1, 2009
if the polling is done with a random sampling wouldn't the relatively small percentage of African-Americans in the overall US population mitigate their disproportionate high grades. Republican scum. (Harper's Magazine)
Ferrelle's latest nostalgic, unique Apr 30, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Dodd Ferrelle, "Lonely Parades". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Random Sampling: Metric's latest album polished, but not provacative Apr 19, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. While their collective chops certainly lend themselves to anthem-style numbers, the songwriting for this batch, however, is a bit patchy. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Where is gun control? Apr 18, 2009
I find it unusual that this random sampling is so heavily weighted toward out-of-towners who must commute tens of miles back and forth to work. It seems to me Oakland should be policed by residents who know the city, its people and customs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Brookline election-related letters Apr 17, 2009
After I asked a random sampling of Brookline residents their thoughts about the School Committee race, I was given the answer above. Even though I live in Brookline, teach fourth grade in Brookline, and have two sons enrolled in Brookline schools, I, too, did not know much about the School Committee until recently. (Brookline TAB, MA)
How to Raise The Standard In America's Schools Apr 17, 2009
Yet according to the random sampling done every few years by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) test, a mere 18% of the state's fourth-graders were proficient, making them the worst in the nation. Even in Lake Wobegon that doesn't happen. (Time.com)
Beyonce, Jay-Z Earned Combined $162 Million In 2008 Apr 11, 2009
Britney Spears brought in just $2. 25 mil, according to Parade magazine's celeb-earnings list. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Venice's latest CD wistful, not all soft Apr 5, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Three years after their debut full-length album , "Sorry About the Flowers," Athens' Venice is Sinking have returned with "AZAR," a cinematic and orchestral collection of Americana-infused pop.. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Don’t call it envy Apr 2, 2009
skooter wrote on Mar 31, 2009 2:52 PM:" Sorry Patriot - its tough being in the minority - but its not me that's doing so - its you. Here's a few nice little stats - and there not from online polls on FOX news but rather accredited national polling firms with random sampling by phone - so they are reputable.The number of Americans who believe that the nation is headed in the right direction has roughly tripled since Barack Obama's election. He enjoys a 66% rating on overall job satisfaction, 60%... (Helena Independent Record)
Audit: Ambulance company owes state $13K Apr 1, 2009
Jeffrey Webster, an attorney at Chester Willcox & Saxbe LLP representing Mid-Ohio, said the state s findings, which came from a random sampling of Mid-Ohio records, amount to nothing more than minor bookkeeping mistakes. This is literally someone hitting the wrong key on the keyboard, he said. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Self-employed Canadians managing recession, but not managing risk Apr 1, 2009
Data for the Ipsos Reid Online Omnibus are collected through a random sampling of the 241,000+ member national Ipsos Reid online panel. Both the survey invitation list and the returned data are weighted to reflect the composition of the general Canadian population. (Canada Newswire)
Random Sampling: Chairlift's album transcends labels Mar 27, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Thanks to Apple's recent ad campaign for the iPod Nano, the band's upbeat "Bruises" ("I tried to do head/handstands for you ...") now is part of our collective consciousness. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pay for grades a mixed message Mar 24, 2009
In a random sampling of Augusta teens, I found that my peers have starkly different views about this system. Mary Grace Messick, a sophomore at Greenbrier High School, said she knows first-hand that a financial reward for good grades works. (The Augusta Chronicle)
'Tight knit' beyond freak Mar 19, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Tight knit' beyond freak031909marquee4Correspondent Vetiver is the ever-evolving musical concern of San Francisco-based singer/songwriter/musician Andy Cabic, and "Tight Knit" is Vetiver's fourth full-length album (though the first for Sub Pop). (Athens Banner-Herald)
Seeking Out the Sun's Long-Lost Siblings Mar 18, 2009
But , a University of Rochester astronomer who specializes in stellar dynamics, likens Portegies Zwart's proposal to searching for members of his own 1993 high school class from a random sampling of Manhattan thirtysomethings. "You might run into a few after an exhaustive search," Mamajek says, "but trying to extrapolate from whence they came based on their current trajectories in life would only lead to frustration.". (Scientific American)
Saving daylight: How do you like it now? (22) Mar 10, 2009
At least that s the way it appeared in a random sampling this morning, the first workday after the time switch Sunday. Daylight-savingnot Savings time or DST began at 2 a.m. Sunday and ends the first Sunday in November. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Decomposing complex reaction networks using random sampling, principal component analysis, and basis rotation Mar 7, 2009
Other articles by authors. Related articles/pages. (BioMed Central)
Evaluate Your Communications Plan Mar 5, 2009
Formal research generally uses random sampling, is highly structured and provides hard data. Informal research means that the results cannot be used to draw scientifically based conclusions. (Suite101.com)
'Backsliding Baby' another step forward for Mike Dwyer Mar 5, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Backsliding Baby' another step forward for Mike Dwyer030509marquee2Correspondent Having found his voice after years as a supporting player in other musical outfits, Mikey Dwyer - a.k.a. The Starter Kits - is back this week with "Backsliding Baby," the follow-up to his 2005 debut, "Dragging the Weight Around." Dwyer wrote, performed and recorded the entire record in his Athens home, and the album features backing vocals by fellow local luminaries Clay Leverett (Bright... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Plano ISD Middle schools prep for Whiz Quiz competition finals Feb 28, 2009
The 30 questions are a random sampling from the topics, so one team does not have an advantage over the other, Fain said. About five questions are typically current events-related so the students also need to stay abreast on current events from around the world. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
YMCA ranks second nationwide for customer satisfaction Feb 27, 2009
distributed surveys to a random sampling of 600 Nishna Valley Family YMCA members and the surveys had a 42 percent return rate, compared to the national average return rate of 20 percent. Haynes said that the analytics company sent surveys directly to the members and the members sent the surveys back to the company. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
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In a random sampling, the players who make up what is being called the best recruiting class in USF history say they are not concerned about the recent exodus of three assistant coaches. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (USF Sports -- Rivals.com)
Highs and lows of a night out with Franz Ferdinand Feb 19, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Franz Ferdinand, "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand". (Athens Banner-Herald)
A community based field research project investigating anaemia amongst young children living in rural Karnataka, India: a cross sectional study Feb 18, 2009
We adopted a programmatic approach with a census rather than random sampling strategy in the village, incorporating appropriate case management for children identified to have anaemia. We developed a questionnaire based on existing standard measurement tools for standard of living, food security and nutrition. (BioMed Central)
And Netflix to TiVo... Feb 13, 2009
Netflix vice president of corporate communications Steve Swasey confirmed the survey was a real one, distributed by the company to a small, random sampling of customers ... It was a \"small, random sampling,\" according to Netflix\'s Steve Swasey. (Multichannel News)
Corvallis schools in need of $1.8M (59) Feb 10, 2009
Parents said they were concerned that a survey taken among some parents was poorly developed and did not represent a true random sampling. The general consensus of parents at the meeting was that their students were thriving at the school, which has formed numerous community partnerships. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bob Keys ' column: What we were reading, watching and doing in 1955 Feb 8, 2009
Here is a random sampling. Top round beef. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Empty Pockets Feb 8, 2009
Here is a random sampling of things to do in Denver when you're dead broke. And while this list is far from exhaustive, at least you won't exhaust your budget trying to plow through it. (UCD Advocate, CO)
School Committee, Voters Group clash over information request Feb 8, 2009
Nitschelm said in a follow-up interview that because of the cost associated with getting the information, he was considered modifying his request to include a smaller random sampling of employees tax forms. Group members said they were looking out for the schools best interest by looking for ways to reduce spending and avoid cutbacks and that they would only receive employees names and salaries on the redacted forms. (Acton Beacon, MA)
