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Wear Resistance and Hardness Assessment of Five US Hardwoods for Bridge Decking and Truck Flooring*
The wear resistance and Janka hardness of five United States hardwood species were evaluated for potential use in bridge decking and truck flooring. The species tested include ash (Fraxinus sp.), hickory (Carya sp.), red oak (Quercus sp.), sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua), and white oak (Quercus sp.). The specimens were prepared with the sizes of 1 by 2 by 4 inches (2.54 by 5.08 by 10.16cm) for abrasion test and 1 by 2 by 6 inches (2.54 by 5.08 by 15.24 cm) for Janka hardness testing.
Marshall Fundamental School Congratulates its 2021 AP Capstone Candidates
By MARY C. STEVENS, Ed.D., English Teacher/Department Chair - AP Capstone Research Teacher JUNE 10, 2021 Marshall Fundamental School congratulates its AP Capstone Candidates for Diploma students. The AP Capstone™ is a diploma program from the College Board. It’s based on two year long AP courses: AP Seminar and AP Research. Rather than teaching subject-specific content, these courses develop students’ skills in research, analysis, evidence-based arguments, collaboration, writing, and presenting.
Netflix’s ‘Love’ not a file for young minds
I’m a local middle school social worker who was just made aware of a disturbing trend on social media that parents need to know about. There is a trending TikTok challenge that asks viewers to watch the first scene of the Netflix movie, “Love” (2015, by Gaspar Noe), and record their reaction. The first scene of this film is fully pornographic, as are most scenes of the movie. I urge parents to talk to their children about this challenge and to put parental locks on their Netflix accounts.
Bulletin Board
Bulletin Board lists upcoming events in the region open to the public. For best bets in the world of arts and entertainment, check out the calendar in the Spotlight section of ELF every Thursday. Events and activities listed below take place Sunday, Dec. 22. Fairs and sales Brattleboro-West Arts Fine Art & Craft December Sale, pottery, jewelry, woodenware and home accessories, paintings, encaustics and photographs, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., River Gallery School’s Gallery 34, 34-36 Main St., Brattleboro.
Phonetic change in an Antarctic winter
Every person has a spoken accent that depends on the community of speakers with which the individual is in regular contact (Milroy, 198723. Milroy, L. (1987). Language and Social Networks, 2nd ed. ( Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford).). A spoken accent, which can be socially and/or geographically conditioned (Labov, 199421. Labov, W. (1994). Principles of Linguistic Change, Vol. 1: Internal factors ( Blackwell, Oxford).), can be defined as shared spoken idiosyncrasies across a community of speakers.
Phonetic change in an Antarctic winter
Every person has a spoken accent that depends on the community of speakers with which the individual is in regular contact (Milroy, 198723. Milroy, L. (1987). Language and Social Networks, 2nd ed. ( Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford).). A spoken accent, which can be socially and/or geographically conditioned (Labov, 199421. Labov, W. (1994). Principles of Linguistic Change, Vol. 1: Internal factors ( Blackwell, Oxford).), can be defined as shared spoken idiosyncrasies across a community of speakers.
The Joker trailer has comedians relating so hard
Audio/Video News TV/Movies April 4, 2019April 3, 2019 Mary Stevens mindy kaling, Patton Oswalt, the joker The new Joker trailer ends with Joaquin Phoenix’s character stating, “I used to think that my life was a tragedy, but now I realize it’s a comedy.” The film revolves around the origin story of the famed comic book villain as a failed stand-up comedian.
Comedy Central adds Chris Distefano, Julian McCullough to podcast roster
April 3, 2019 Mary Stevens Chris DiStefano, Comedy Central, Julian McCullough, podcasts, sean o'connor Comedy Central is pulling from its talent base to expand its reach in podcasting. On Wednesday, the network announced two new podcasts: Stand-Up w/ Chris Distefano and Your 2 Dads w/ Sean and Julian. DiStefano previously signed an overall deal with the comedy cable channel. The two shows will add to CC’s global podcast network.
Netflix renews Ricky Gervais dark comedy After Life for Season Two
April 3, 2019 Mary Stevens after life, Netflix, ricky gervais Netflix renewed Ricky Gervais’s dark comedy After Life for a second season. The little show that could, with only six half-hour episodes, was renewed by the streaming giant less than a month after the first season’s premiere. Gervais created and directed the series. Gervais plays Tony, a man who had a perfect life until his wife dies of breast cancer. Now, he is on a mission to punish the world.
Kumail Nanjiani cast to go back in time in new movie
April 3, 2019 Mary Stevens any person living or dead, kumail nanjiani Kumail Nanjiani will star in the upcoming comedy-adventure film Any Person, Living Or Dead. Nanjiani will lead the history-based laugher as a reclusive scientist with a homemade time machine. Despite his best efforts to use the device to solve the world’s problems with the help of historical leaders, things go very, very poorly.
Nipsey Hussle: Kevin Hart, Michael Che, and more comedians mourn rapper's death
April 2, 2019April 2, 2019 Mary Stevens cedric the entertainer, instagram, jamie foxx, jay Pharoah, kevin hart, marlon wayans, Michael Che, nick cannon, nipsey hussle Slain rapper Nipsey Hussle’s influence went beyond hip hop and reached deep into the comedy community. Many comics are remembering the artist and paying tribute to his life on social media. The Los Angeles-based rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur, and activist was killed by apparent gang-related gunfire on Sunday.
The Joker shows his face in Gotham teaser video
Audio/Video News TV/Movies April 1, 2019 Mary Stevens cameron monaghan, gotham, joker, the joker Gotham fans can now get a sneak peek at guest star Cameron Monaghan as The Joker—just in time for April Fool’s Day. The Fox show will air its two-part series finale on April 18 (titled They Did What?) and April 25 (titled The Beginning…). The Joker will appear in the final episode of the show, as it ends its fifth season with a bang.
Ilana Glazer's horror movie just started filming
April 1, 2019 Mary Stevens false positive, horror, Ilana Glazer Broad City star Ilana Glazer must not believe in vacations because the Comedy Central darling already off to her next gig. Glazer ended her fifth and final season on the massively popular comedy series on Thursday. She will now star in her own horror movie, False Positive. How will her unique sense of millennial humor and strong visual gags translate to the horror genre?
WWE, Vince McMahon get the John Oliver treatment on Last Week Tonight
April 1, 2019 Mary Stevens john oliver, john oliver vince mcmahon, john oliver wwe, last week tonight, vince mcmahon, wrestlemania 35, wwe John Oliver called out World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) CEO Vince McMahon in a scathing episode of HBO’s Last Week Tonight. The British comic used his platform to call for better treatment of professional wrestlers.
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SNL stars Michael Che, Colin Jost tag team for WrestleMania 35
March 27, 2019 Mary Stevens braun strowman, Colin Jost, Michael Che, Wrestlemania Saturday Night Live stars Michael Che and Colin Jost are moving from behind the Weekend Update desk into the WrestleMania ring. At the WWE Monday Night Raw event in Boston, the two comics appeared via satellite video for a five-minute chat with Braun Strowman.
Apple TV Plus: Will comedy get a big cut of the $1 billion pie?
March 25, 2019 Mary Stevens apple, apple tv, apple tv plus, carpool karaoke, James Corden, Jane Krakowski, kumail nanjiani, steve carell Apple TV Plus is now official! Apple already has plans to spend a reported $1 billion in original content from Kumail Nanjiani, Steve Carell, James Corden, and other celebrities. Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the new streaming content service at the company’s It’s Show Time keynote address on Monday.
Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter to reprise Bill and Ted roles in 2020
March 20, 2019 Mary Stevens Alex Winter, bill and ted face the music, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure, Keanu Reeves Party on dudes! Bill and Ted are hitting the theaters again. The third installment of the stoner franchise will open August 21, 2020. Bill and Ted Face the Music will begin filming this summer in New Orleans. Original leads Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter will reprise their roles as Theodore “Ted” Logan and William “Bill” S. Preston Esq, respectively.
Bob Newhart to headline first Minneapolis Comedy Festival
March 20, 2019 Mary Stevens bob newhart, minneapolis comedy festival Bob Newhart will perform at the newly-announced Minneapolis Comedy Festival this June. The 89-year old comedy icon has his own theater show in a festival line-up that includes Seth Meyers, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and more. The weeklong, inaugural festival will be held at venues throughout Minneapolis. The Midwestern city has a vibrant stand-up scene with multiple clubs, theaters, and newer venues featuring comedy.
Roseanne Barr makes first stand-up appearance since Roseanne cancelation
March 18, 2019 Mary Stevens andrew dice clay, roseanne, roseanne barr Roseanne Barr is back on stage. The controversial comic performed stand-up on Saturday for the first time since ABC canceled her Roseanne remake series last spring. She joined a clearly surprised and delighted Andrew Dice Clay for an impromptu performance at the Laugh Factory at The Tropicana in Las Vegas. The two outspoken comics, who rose to fame in the 1980s, even danced together in front of a wildly cheering audience.
Stephen Colbert: Donald Trump's doing my Colbert Report character
March 18, 2019 Mary Stevens donald trump, late show, late show with stephen colbert, PaleyFest, stephen colbert Stephen Colbert criticized his own performance during the early days of The Late Show and to also criticize President Donald Trump. He received a standing ovation for his appearance on Saturday at An Evening with Stephen Colbert at the PaleyFest in Los Angeles. The sold out event was moderated by Pete Holmes.
Jamestown's National Comedy Center made official with Trump signature
March 14, 2019 Mary Stevens national comedy center The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, NY is now the official U.S. cultural institution celebrating and preserving the art of comedy. President Donald Trump signed legislation on Tuesday to recognize that the state-of-the-art museum complex “exists for the exclusive purpose of celebrating comedy in all of its forms.” The legislation that Trump signed was part of a larger bill on natural resources management policy.
DL Hughley enters late night landscape next week with The DL Hughley Show
March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 Mary Stevens dl hughley, Late Night, the dl hughley show DL Hughley is coming to late night next week. Starting on Monday, March 18, the outspoken comic is bringing his brash style to TV One with The DL Hughley Show. The talk show will combine the usual elements of late night variety shows: news, entertainment, social media, comedy bits, guest interviews, and roundtable discussions. Co-host Jasmine Sanders will join the always-opinionated Hughley on the hour-long show.
Dave Chappelle gives Will Smith stand-up lessons on Bucket List episode
March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 Mary Stevens dave chappelle, facebook watch, will smith, will smith's bucket list Will Smith received a lesson in stand-up comedy from Dave Chappelle for his new Facebook Watch show, Will Smith’s Bucket List. But Smith’s stand-up experience is a life lesson for us all. When Smith celebrated his 50th birthday, he decided to tackle his bucket list in a series of episodes on Facebook Watch.
Kevin Hart is fine; announces Netflix stand-up special
March 11, 2019 Mary Stevens kevin hart, kevin hart irresponsible, Netflix Kevin Hart will release his first Netflix original stand-up special on Tuesday, April 2.
Santa Clarita Diet family faces new challenges in Season Three trailer
March 11, 2019 Mary Stevens Netflix, santa clarita diet Santa Clarita Diet returns to Netflix for Season Three and the new official trailer hints at some juicy plot twists to sink your teeth into. In the trailer, realtor-turned zombie Sheila (Drew Barrymore) and her still-human husband Joel (Timothy Olyphant) face a whole new set of questions surrounding their new lives together. Will daughter Abby (Liv Hewson) get fed up living with her blood-hungry mom?
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She’s not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They’re planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She’s not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They’re planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She’s not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They’re planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
We didn’t start the fire: Teens around the world launch a strike for climate change
Swedish teenager, Greta Thunberg, has had enough. Climate change is happening, and she wants the people in power to do something about it. She's not alone. Thousands of kids echo her fear for the future. They're planning a global strike from school on Friday, March 15, to show it.
Comedy Central prioritizes original web series with new YouTube channel
Comedy Central expanded its commitment to original digital programming this week. The network dropped a teaser video on Wednesday to announce the new Comedy Central Originals YouTube channel. The new YouTube channel is a “one-stop shop” for Comedy Central’s original digital content. It also aims to showcase emerging talent that has not yet made it onto the network. Comedy Central Originals will offer fans new and returning digital series, social content, and more.
Idris Elba celebrates SNL hosting gig with Aidy Bryant in promo video
March 7, 2019March 6, 2019 Mary Stevens Aidy Bryant, idris elba, saturday night live, snl, turn up charlie Idris Elba got the call almost every actor wants to receive: He’s hosting Saturday Night Live. In the teaser video for this week’s show, Elba walks down the street in Manhattan wearing a cardigan and beanie hat when he receives the news. That magical call instantly transports him from the sidewalk straight to the SNL sound stage in Rockefeller Center.
Former Daily Show correspondent to lead 'evil' CBS drama
March 6, 2019 Mary Stevens Aasif Mandvi, cbs, evil Aasif Mandvi is evil. Well, he may not actually be evil, but he is co-starring in the new CBS drama called Evil. The former Daily Show correspondent is excited to”play a guy named Ben” in the upcoming supernatural pilot. Mandvi plays deeply skeptical, blue-collar carpenter Ben. He is recruited to join a priest-in-training named David to investigate mysterious situations with a clinical psychologist named Kristen.
Ali Wong ramps up acting resume with virtual reality project
March 6, 2019 Mary Stevens ali wong, birds of prey, bonfire, milk & honey tour Ali Wong has crossed over into artificial intelligence. The Baby Cobra comedian is lending her voice for the upcoming virtual reality project called Bonfire from Baobab Studios. The interactive, alien-themed adventure allows the comic and writer to continue her voiceover work. Just last year, Wong lent her vocal talents to Ralph Breaks the Internet and to the children’s animated series OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes.
New Conan O'Brien podcast goes 'inside Conan'...without Conan
March 4, 2019 Mary Stevens conan o'brien, inside conan, jessie gaskell, mike sweeney, podcast, team coco Conan O’Brien expanded his Team Coco content over the weekend with a new behind-the-scenes podcast. Inside Conan: An Important Hollywood Podcast debuted last Friday. The new podcast is already number five on the iTunes US comedy podcast rankings as of this writing. Inside Conan is co-hosted by two writers and producers from O’Brien’s half-hour late-night show, Conan.
Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph really want you to think they hosted the Oscars
February 25, 2019 Mary Stevens academy awards, amy poehler, maya rudolph, oscars, tina fey Sunday night’s Oscars got some comedic help from Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, and Amy Poehler. The Saturday Night Live alumni kicked off the hostless Academy Awards with an upbeat tone and quick pace on a night that featured lots of music and minimal bits.
Amy Schumer tour dates canceled amid pregnancy complications
February 25, 2019 Mary Stevens amy schumer, amy schumer pregnant, amy schumer tour Amy Schumer canceled her remaining tour dates due to pregnancy complications over the weekend. While Schumer is uncomfortably ill, she assured her fans that, “the baby and I are healthy and everything looks good.” On Saturday, Schumer posted on Instagram that she needed to cancel the remainder of her tour for both her and her baby’s health. Schumer began her current national tour in November in New York.
Bo Burnham casts Jaboukie Young-White, Danielle Macdonald in next movie
February 21, 2019 Mary Stevens bo burnham, danielle macdonald, jaboukie young-white Bo Burnham will follow his Eighth Grade success with a comedy starring Jaboukie Young-White and Danielle Macdonald. The two actors are in negotiations to appear in the film, which Burnham will produce alongside Chris Storer. Burnham wrote the film and Amy York Rubin will direct.
The Lonely Island will start first-ever tour at Bonnaroo
February 20, 2019February 20, 2019 Mary Stevens The Lonely Island, tour The Lonely Island is launching a two-week tour of the East Coast and Midwest this June. So you can start making your summer travel plans to Minneapolis now. The Emmy-winning trio, who rose to fame on Saturday Night Live, will perform at the prestigious Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Tennessee on June 15. Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone will then start their first major tour in Washington, D.C. on June 18.
Jussie Smollett hoax story gets The Daily Show treatment
Audio/Video News TV/Movies February 20, 2019 Mary Stevens Godfrey, hate crime, jaboukie young-white, jaboukie young-white the daily show, jussie smollett, the daily show with trevor noah Daily Show Senior Culture Correspondent Jaboukie Young-White is ready for the role of a Lifetime. Or at least a role on Lifetime. On Tuesday night’s Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Young-White notes his similarities to Jussie Smollett: they are both black, gay, and actors.
Crazy Rich Asians star Awkwafina joins Jumanji sequel
February 19, 2019 Mary Stevens awkwafina, jumanji: welcome to the jungle Awkwafina is confirmed to star in the Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle sequel. The crossover comedic actress and rapper will join returning cast members Dewayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Nick Jonas, and Karen Gillan in an unannounced, but apparently significant, role. The casting adds to Awkwafina’s fast-growing list of credits—just for 2019 alone.
Chris Rock will direct Saving Kenan pilot at NBC but we're all talking about Kenan Thompson's SNL future
February 18, 2019 Mary Stevens chris rock, chris rock kenan thompson, Kenan Thompson, nbc, saturday night live, saving kenan, snl Chris Rock will direct the new Kenan Thompson pilot for NBC, called Saving Kenan. The announcement is just one more item making Thompson’s fans wonder if he will leave Saturday Night Live after this season. Thompson holds the record of longest-tenured SNL cast member with 16 seasons to his name.
Bo Burnham film Eighth Grade keeps winning awards; adds WGA win
Bo Burnham shocked Hollywood with another surprising win for Eighth Grade. Burnham won the Writers Guild of America (WGA) Award for Best Original Screenplay, with just a week until the Oscars. The winner of this award is often a contender for Best Picture at the Oscars, so Burnham’s win was especially meaningful. Eighth Grade wins despite 0 Oscar nominations The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences did not nominate Eighth Grade for any Oscars.
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