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For the first time in a five model years, Marshall Chrysler dealer Cole Chrysler Jeep Dodge is announcing the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Aug 31, 2010 – Marshall Chrysler dealer Cole Chrysler Jeep Dodge has announced that the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has arrived at the Michigan Jeep dealership. As the first all-new Grand Cherokee since the 2005 model year, the 2011 features new styling, 4x4 features and an all-new engine.

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the same Hemi V-8 engine as previous models, but will also be available with an all-new Pentastar-V6 engine. The fuel tank capacity has been increased to 24.6 gallons and achieved an estimated fuel economy of 16city/22hwy.

The 2011 model is available in three trims levels, Laredo, Limited and Overland. All three trims are available in either four wheel drive or rear wheel drive. Four wheel drive has three 4x4 driving system options, Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II. The Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II have a standard Selec-Terrain system, which allows the driver to choose the best option for their off-road or on-road driving needs. Jeep Grand Cherokee drivers can selectfrom five terrain modes: automatic, sand/mud, sport, snow and rock.

Michigan Jeep Dealer Announces Arrival of 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - PRLog.Org (press release)

One of the major tenants of our "Innovative Rigs on the Street" series is that while the apparatus can come in all shapes, sizes and models, the end result is that new apparatus fully meets the needs of the fire department and the community. With the current economic climate in our country many departments are being asked to provide more services while contending with decreased budgets and funding for new capital expenditures. In some cases the need for a new apparatus is readily apparent; however there is insufficient funding to meet the need. While this may be a temporary setback, there are several alternatives to the purchase of a full custom chassis apparatus, including the use of a commercial chassis, especially when a short wheelbase four-door cab unit is required. In last month's article, we featured a Class-8 commercial chassis pumper for the North Bailey, NY, Fire Department. In this month's article we travel to Sperryville, VA, to detail their well-designed apparatus designated as Attack 2. Sperryville is located in Rappahannock County, VA, near the Blue Ridge Parkway and operates a unique apparatus fleet of new and used units.

The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department was chartered in 1947 to become the second fire company in Rappahannock County. Their first apparatus was a 1938 USA model 750 gpm pumper built for the US Army at Fort Holibird, MD. Like many apparatus of that era there was no windshield, cab doors or roof for protection against the elements. After operating several used units purchased from other departments, the department received their first new apparatus in 1957 with the delivery of an FWD model S-750 pumper equipped with twin booster reels and a much-needed closed cab.

Over the years the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department has operated an apparatus fleet with a combination of both new and used units. The department acquired a 1975 Kenworth pumper tanker with Howe bodywork from Long Grove, IL, and placed the unit into service as Tanker 2. At one time the department operated several units acquired from Fairfax County, VA, including a 1971 Seagrave PB model 1000 gpm pumper and a 1986 Pierce Arrow 1250 gpm pumper that was operated by the department in McLean, VA.

Today, the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department is under the command of Chief Richie Burke and responds annually to approximately 200 incidents. The department maintains an active membership of 25 personnel with six pieces of apparatus. The current fleet of apparatus operates from a single station and consists of a 1995 Pierce Lance 1500 gpm pumper that was formerly operated by the Columbia Engine Company in Oceanside, NY. Rescue Engine 2 was acquired from Oceanside during 2007 and is equipped with hydraulic rescue tools, air bags, and stabilization jacks along with a full compliment of engine company equipment. Engine Tanker 2 was purchased new during 2006 and is a Spartan Gladiator 4x4 chassis with bodywork by Four Guys Fire Apparatus. This unit carries a 1500 gpm pump, 1500-gallon water tank together with a 30-gallon foam tank and three quick dumps. Both of these units feature stainless steel bodies and air-actuated aluminum tread plate hose bed covers.

Innovative Rigs on the Street: Sperryville's Attack Unit - Firehouse.com

There is a long running race in America, a sales marathon if you will, with huge bragging rights, prestige and large economic consequences at stake year after year.

Two of the worlds largest manufacturers engage in this pitched contest, and have since they first started competing almost 100 years ago. With our current economic malaise increasing the pressure  and the demand for success  neither of these automakers can afford to lose.

The contest is truck sales  specifically, pickup sales for both homeowners and professional heavy-duty customers. Ford likes to boast about its long run of producing Americas best selling pickup, the F-series, however, year in and year out, General Motors usually enjoys greater combined sales of its sibling brands, the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra.

So far this year, Ford has the overall truck sales lead over GM, a rarity further highlighted by Ford not taking government bailout money. Naysaying marketers like to decree that buyers are not affected by such maneuvering, but Main Street knows the difference from right and wrong and Ford has been a huge benefactor of both GMs and Chryslers poor financial decision making and the acceptance of taxpayer money.

On The Road Review: GMC Sierra 2500 HD Duramax Crew Cab - Fenceviewer

T he Boeing B-17 could be called the greatest aircraft in history. It was produced and shot down in vast quantities, housed a crew of around eight men, and inspired poems, songs, nicknames, hatred, fear, and love like perhaps no other aircraft. To her crews, she was the Queen of the Skies; to her enemies, she was a metal monster which rained death upon the Earth. Such a venerable aircraft demands respect, and it has finally been given a worthy incarnation in FSX by the talented crew at A2A.

The A2A B-17G can be purchased via an instant download. The download comes in two separate parts, one for the aircraft and one for Accusim, which will install something like 500MB of B-17 onto your hard drive. Please note that this review will cover the B-17G with Accusim enhancements, not the standalone B-17. The Accusim pack offers many realism-enhancing features such as sounds and upgraded textures, so it is essentially a different product entirely. Installation was, as always with A2A, an absolute breeze and I was flying in no time.

Please remember for the following sections that the B-17 was given a facelift with Accusim; that is, the textures were upgraded to current standards. So, once again, note that this review is based solely off of my experiences of the B-17G with Accusim and doesn't necessarily reflect the original base package.

The B-17's cockpit area is modeled in excellent detail and up to the standards set by the best in the industry. All textures are crisp and clean, and appropriate amounts of wear are present in the texturing.

Review: A2A Simulations' B-17G Flying Fortress - FlightSim.com (press release)

PALESTINE — A 29-year-old Henderson County man is in custody and authorities say they believe he may be responsible for burglaries in multiple jurisdictions, including Anderson County.

Richard Blake Duncan, 29, was arrested in Dallas Wednesday by Henderson County authorities and charged with theft between $20,000 and $100,000, according to Troy Black, chief deputy for the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office.

One week earlier, Henderson County authorities and representatives from other area law enforcement agencies, including Capt. Jay Russell and Sgt. Ryan Tolliver of the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, recovered numerous items of stolen property at two separate locations on CR 3518 in northeastern Henderson County, according to Black.

The stolen items are believed to be associated with multiple burglaries and thefts in Anderson, Cherokee, Henderson and Van Zandt counties, the chief deputy stated.

Suspect jailed in number of thefts - Palestine Herald Press