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Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Virginia Fireworks Laws - What is allowed and what isn't.
Above is a copy of the laws for the State of Virginia regarding fireworks. What is allowed and what is considered illegal and dangerous. These are the most current laws we have found as of July, 2013. Have a safe 4th of July.
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| English: The state seal of Virginia. Српски / Srpski: Застава америчке савезне државе Вирџиније. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Capt. George's owner appears in court Accused of holding illegal gambling operation
Updated: Tuesday, 02 Jul 2013, 12:54 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 01 Jul 2013, 7:35 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 01 Jul 2013, 7:35 PM EDT
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) - His house of cards has collapsed, and now one of the area's most famous restaurant owners is fighting to stay out of prison.
Capt. George's Seafood Restaurant owner George Pitsilides maintains the game police broke up in April 2011 was legal. The Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney argues they were illegal games of chance. Pitsilides went to court, and WAVY.com was the only news outlet there.
Pitsilides' side wanted the charges dropped, but that did not happen. Towards the end of the year, a jury will decide whether Capt. George is on a sinking ship.
Pitsilides stood accused of operating a continuous gambling operation, specifically Texas Hold Em.
"We believe Texas Hold Em is a game of skill, and all of the experts we have submitted to the court will testify it is a game of skill," said Pitsilides' attorney James Broccoletti.
The most compelling information came from Card Dealer Randal John. He dealt cards at the gambling house across the street from Capt. George's Seafood Restaurant. Pitsilides was often there along with his co- defendant Lisa Marie Crain, who was more of a server of food and drink. John said Virginia Beach Police would often show up too.
The most compelling information came from Card Dealer Randal John. He dealt cards at the gambling house across the street from Capt. George's Seafood Restaurant. Pitsilides was often there along with his co- defendant Lisa Marie Crain, who was more of a server of food and drink. John said Virginia Beach Police would often show up too.
"They would come in and ask what was going on, and we'd say we're playing poker...no one ever stopped us, and no one ever said it was illegal," said John.
Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant said, "We don't know who the officers were, but they gave us enough information to infiltrate the game with an undercover agent."
Testimony suggests the poker games were friendly, and invite only.
Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant said, "We don't know who the officers were, but they gave us enough information to infiltrate the game with an undercover agent."
Testimony suggests the poker games were friendly, and invite only.
"Everyone was friendly and everyone was friends," John added. Four to 12 players would sit around a table, and once you sat down, you were expected to stay at least three or four hours. Pitsilides and Crain would take the money, put it in a metal box, and put it in a back room or the attic until it was time to go home.
Crain's attorney brought up the Virginia Beach Fraternal Order of Police held similar games, but were told by Bryant to close down the games and no one was ever charged.
Crain's attorney brought up the Virginia Beach Fraternal Order of Police held similar games, but were told by Bryant to close down the games and no one was ever charged.
"No charges were ever filed or taken out with regard to the Fraternal Order of Police, and they were given the opportunity to shut down their game, and no one was ever charged," said Adrianne Bennett. "I think these folks are being targeted because they are individuals who are successful financially. So, I guess it makes it a more interesting story, I suppose."
Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant said the FOP case was different.
Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant said the FOP case was different.
"The FOP was leasing space to another organization who put on the games. It was not continuous...Pitsilides has prior convictions, and knew what was going on in his gambling operation," Bryant said.
Pitsilide's side argued the State Codes are vague, especially in defining what is an illegal game of chance and a legal game of skill.
"Therefore, if it is a game of skill, it is not gambling. If it's not gambling, it is not illegal. If it is not illegal, there is no crime," Broccoletti said.
The Commonwealth argued in the game, what ends up in your hand is completely chance, and if you need an ace and you have a two, no skill is going to change that.
The Commonwealth argued in the game, what ends up in your hand is completely chance, and if you need an ace and you have a two, no skill is going to change that.
"But are you holding an Ace or a two? That is the crux. You don't know what I have, and therefore betting is an aspect of skill, folding is an aspect of skill, preserving your hand is an aspect of skill," Broccoletti countered.
Broccoletti will tell a jury the General Assembly laws are poorly drafted and vague, and the laws defining games of chance and games of skill can change from one Hampton Roads city to another.
Broccoletti also said any money that card dealers took from the table during big chip hands was to pay for food, drink, and other expenses in putting on the games. Broccoletti said at no time did the "House" ever keep any money.
Broccoletti will tell a jury the General Assembly laws are poorly drafted and vague, and the laws defining games of chance and games of skill can change from one Hampton Roads city to another.
Broccoletti also said any money that card dealers took from the table during big chip hands was to pay for food, drink, and other expenses in putting on the games. Broccoletti said at no time did the "House" ever keep any money.
Commonwealth's Attorney Harvey Bryant said the only people who say poker is a game purely of skill are the ones who want to legalize illegal games.
http://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/va_beach/capt-georges-owner-appears-in-court?ref=scroller&categoryId=20000&status=true Link back to origianl story on WAVY TV 10 website.
Are you guilty of smoking pot if you do not inhale? Are you guilty of drinking booze if you do not swallow it? Are you guilty of drug possession if you do not use or distribute drugs but have them on your person? If you are betting money on a game, you are gambling.
Trooper indicted in invasion of privacy
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| English: Image is similar, if not identical, to the Virginia State Police patch. Made with Photoshop. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
Updated: Tuesday, 02 Jul 2013, 5:36 AM EDT
Published : Monday, 01 Jul 2013, 9:06 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 01 Jul 2013, 9:06 PM EDT
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) - Trooper Crystal G. Ramsey, 31, was indicted in Virginia Beach Monday for one felony count of computer invasion of privacy - sell/distribute information and eight misdemeanor counts of computer invasion of privacy - examine without authority, according to Corinne Geller with the Virginia State Police.
VSP began investigating Ramsey in May after an allegation she was using the Virginia Criminal Information Network improperly. The investigation was in cooperation with the City of Virginia Beach Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney.
Ramsey was a trooper on patrol in Virginia Beach and Norfolk since she started working with the VSP in 2004.
Ramsey had been on paid leave since May, but was put on unpaid leave last Wednesday when she was arrested without incident. Her status with the department is pending final adjudication of her charges.
http://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/va_beach/trooper-indicted-in-invasion-of-privacy Link back to original story on WAVY TV 10 website.
The Kyoto Connection - Reveal The Magic - Free Song of the day
The Kyoto Connection with Reveal The Magic. It's an interesting mix of Japanese melodic music mixed with some hip hop, rap and melodic vocals. It's a really good song. Take a listen. If you like it, download a copy for yourself for free. It's totally legal.
You can copy, distribute, advertise and play this track as long as you:Give credit to the artist
Distribute all derivative works under the same license
Healthy Teeth, Hair, & Skin, The Natural Way
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| soap sale (Photo credit: jessamyn) |
Hygiene is a big part of health. Start of your day with these simple routines to make sure you are refreshed and clean naturally!
Oatmeal plus complexion Soap-This soap is great for exfoliating your skin and mild enough for a child. The chamomile helps eczema as well as other skin conditions.
Green Tea antiseptic Soap-This soap has a pleasant herbal scent and is a natural antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral. It controls odor, acne, and rashes.
Calendula Marigold Soap-This is a great anti-itch soap. It speeds healing of burns and wounds, promotes collagen production, makes skin flexible and smooth.
Truman’s Jewelweed anti-itch soap-This soap has a concentrated formula of jewel weed to help soothe the itching of poison oak and ivy or itching from other skin ailments. It aids in drying and healing.
Eucalyptus Mint soap-This soap opens your sinuses, helping to relieve congestion and energizes your soul. The eucalyptus and mint combination is very invigorating.
Make sure to moisturize skin after shower/bath. I use MSM/EMU Salve & Miracle Lotion. If you have scars you are trying to fade use pure vitamin E oil and rub into scars.
About teeth: gargle and rinse your mouth while brushing with your very own mouthwash that will harden and restore your enamel and keep your gums disease free. Use the SoFresh Flossing toothbrush and use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to posh and whiten teeth.
Mouthwash/Per 32 oz:
32 oz. of Colloidal silver water (or get generator and make all the colloidal silver water you want for you and your loved ones.)
Oral Care refresh 1/4-1/2 oz.
1/2 cup Xylitol
After rinse with Oral Care refresh Rinse.
Now that are skin and teeth are fresh lets focus on supplements to help our teeth & skin to stay strong and vibrant & our hair and nails growing quick and healthy.
Intramax-is an all-in-one liquid nutritional supplement containing over 415 ingredients. With just one ounce a day, intraMAX delivers over 80 vitamin sources, 33 super greens, 154 antioxidants, 62 fruits and vegetables, and more. These essential ingredients create the perfect blend to help build and maintain overall health. intraMAX is the premium choice for patients wishing to achieve optimal health and wellness.
jojoba oil can be applied directly to your hair or you can add a few drops to your favorite conditioner to promote hair growth. Jojoba is hypoallergenic and will not harm your hair or scalp.
Stinging Nettle, found growing naturalized across America, blocks the conversion of testosterone into DHT. Excessive DHT contributes to hair loss in both men and women.
Saw palmetto recent scientific studies have shown that Saw Palmetto may have beneficial effects for those suffering from male pattern baldness and other conditions associated with excess DHT (male hormone) production.
Burdock root, is one of the most important herbs used to restore hair. Burdock promotes healthy hair by relieving scalp irritations and improving blood circulation to the hair follicle. Burdock root supplies natural phytosterols and important essential fatty acids to hair roots, and has been traditionally used to reduce and reverse hair thinning. It is a key ingredient in many hair restoration treatments.
Kombucha Mushroom Tea, A hair strengthener and actually stimulates the action of the “hair bulbs” to help prevent loss of hair.
Nice Bones (cal-mag) the majority of North American adults are deficient in the essential bone building nutrients calcium, magnesium and vitamin D. While most of our dietary intake of calcium ends up in bones, it can’t get there without with adequate magnesium. New research also highlights the role of vitamin D for proper bone formation.
Truman’s Super Green Foods Super Green Foods w/Herbs (Super Veggie Powder) gives you a convenient way to get the nutritional benefits of organic vegetables in your diet. Rich in chlorophyll, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, beta carotene, DNA, RNA and enzymes. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber as well.
Bones, Nails, Teeth Strengthener This formula is very high in silica and other minerals that help to nourish bones, teeth, weak or brittle fingernails and hair – including split ends. It also helps with one’s circulation. Make sure EVERYONE is drinking plenty of clean water, a minimum of 64 oz per day. This will rehydrate your organs and help the toxins to flush.
MSM-helps rejuvenate joints and all body cells, lessens the pain and stiffness of arthritis, boosts energy level.
Foot Fungus Salve-Foot Fungus Salve helps alleviate and defend against athlete’s foot fungus and other fungal infections.
Flax Seed Oil High lignin-For aging, PMS, reduced water retention, reduced stress, ease of many skin conditions, building blood, and heart muscle.
Ultimate skin (collodiol silver)Gel -This colloidal silver gel is a natural antibiotic with a kick! It has emu oil, aloe vera and lavender added to make it antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal gel that aids and soothes acne, eczema, cuts, scrapes, vaginal infections, pet infections, psoriasis and burns. Use it anywhere you have skin!
Vein Relief Salve-This salve is used for varicose veins and hemorrhoids. It strengthens and tones blood vessel walls, soothes, cools and reduces inflammation.
Remember to DRINK WATER! Water intake is key to healthy organs. You should be drinking a minimum of 64 oz. of water per day.
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SCALLOPED TOMATOES - Recipe Of The Day
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| State fruit - Tomato (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
thickly with buttered crumbs. Bake in a hot oven. Buttered cracker
crumbs are made by simply rolling common crackers with a rolling pin and
allowing one-third cupful of melted butter to each cupful of crumbs.
This recipe takes about one and one-third cupfuls of crumbs.
Make something extraordinary tonight.
ESPN Sports Updates - Nascar, MLB, NFL, NBA, Golf, Tennis, Boxing and more
We are blacking out all sports coverage and all national events coverage in protest of Russian military troops on US soil policing national events. Until this is reversed, blackouts will continue on this site.
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| Sailor from Lexington, Md. stands alongside Russian Armed Forces. (Photo credit: Official U.S. Navy Imagery) |
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