16 April 2012

San Francisco and Miami-based SB Architects is pleased to announce that Emilio Perez has joined the firm as a vice president in the firm"s Miami office. A dynamic, results-oriented leader, Emilio brings to SB Architects over 20 years of international design experience.

Specializing in the design of large hotel, resort and mixed-use properties, Emilio"s extensive experience encompasses every aspect of destination planning, development and design. Emilio"s background includes leadership positions with several of the world"s largest and most prominent architecture firms, including Gensler and Portman Associates. His project experience ranges from Cap Cana, where he directed the overall design of the largest resort development in the Caribbean, to Celebrity Cruises, a luxury brand of Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, where he was responsible for the interior environment of an entire fleet of luxury cruise ships. His skill set provides a direct complement to SB Architect"s diverse international portfolio, allowing him to immediately provide the firm with effective and enlightened design management and direction. Born in the Dominican Republic, Emilio is a long-time resident of Miami.

In over 50 years of design practice, SB Architects has built a project portfolio that spans the globe. The firm regularly competes with some of the largest architecture firms in the world, yet it has continued to maintain a hands-on, boutique practice, driven by collaboration, teamwork and individual client relationships. As it continues its trajectory of growth into new markets and dynamic developing areas of the world, SB Architects is leveraging its 35-year presence in Miami as it continues to expand its presence in the Caribbean and Latin America.

"We have been practicing in the Caribbean and Mexico for decades," declares Scott Lee, President and Principal of SB Architects. "Emilio"s extensive experience, deep market understanding and outstanding relationships in the Caribbean and Latin America will be invaluable as we further expand our practice throughout the region."

As the firm continues to enhance the leadership in its Miami office, Jorey Friedman, vice president, will take on an expanded role in design oversight and leadership. With 28 years of architectural experience 18 of those years with SB Architects Jorey is integral to the continued growth of the Miami office. With her instinctive leadership style, intuitive design sense, and ability to create and sustain a consistent project vision, she is able to forge and maintain strong bonds amongst development and design teams. SB Architects" Miami office will continue to be managed by principal Kevin Dunn, a 28-year veteran of the firm.

"One of the things we do exceptionally well is to connect people and put together effective teams, and Jorey embodies that core competency," says Scott Lee. "I am extremely confident and excited about the outstanding leadership in our Miami office."

SB Architects maintains a long-standing reputation for excellence in the planning and design of large-scale, multi-phased projects, working collaboratively with developers and consultant teams in all parts of the world. The firm"s portfolio of work includes projects throughout the United States, in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean, Asia and the Middle East. The firm is fully committed to sustainable design. Leading by example, all four of the firm"s principals are LEED Accredited Professionals, as is nearly a third of its staff. Known for site-sensitive, contextually appropriate design, SB Architects has received over 200 awards for design excellence in over a half-century of continuous practice.

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San Francisco and Miami-based SB Architects is pleased to announce that Emilio Perez has joined the firm as a vice president in the firms Miami office. A dynamic, results-oriented leader, Emilio brings to SB Architects over 20 years of international design experience.

Specializing in the design of large hotel, resort and mixed-use properties, Emilios extensive experience encompasses every aspect of destination planning, development and design. Emilios background includes leadership positions with several of the worlds most prominent architecture firms, including Gensler and Portman Associates. His experience ranges from Cap Cana, where he directed the overall design of the largest resort development in the Caribbean, to Celebrity Cruises, where he was responsible for the interior environment of an entire fleet of luxury cruise ships. His skill set provides a direct complement to SB Architects diverse international portfolio, allowing him to immediately provide the firm with effective and enlightened design management and direction. Born in the Dominican Republic, Emilio is a long-time resident of Miami.

In over 50 years of design practice, SB Architects has built a project portfolio that spans the globe. The firm regularly competes with some of the largest architecture firms in the world, yet it maintains a hands-on, boutique practice, driven by collaboration, teamwork and individual client relationships. As it continues its trajectory of growth into new markets and dynamic developing areas of the world, SB Architects is leveraging its 35-year presence in Miami as it continues to expand its presence in the Caribbean and Latin America.

We have been practicing in the Caribbean and Mexico for decades, declares Scott Lee, President and Principal of SB Architects. Emilios extensive experience, deep market understanding and outstanding relationships in the Caribbean and Latin America will be invaluable as we further expand our practice throughout the region.

As the firm continues to enhance the leadership in its Miami office, Jorey Friedman, vice president, will take on an expanded role in design oversight and leadership. With 28 years of architectural experience 18 of those years with SB Architects Jorey is integral to the continued growth of the Miami office. With her instinctive leadership style, intuitive design sense, and ability to create and sustain a consistent project vision, she is able to forge and maintain strong bonds amongst development and design teams. SB Architects Miami office will continue to be managed by principal Kevin Dunn, a 28-year veteran of the firm.

One of the things we do exceptionally well is to connect people and put together effective teams, and Jorey embodies that core competency, says Scott Lee. I am extremely confident and excited about the outstanding leadership in our Miami office.

SB Architects maintains a long-standing reputation for excellence in the planning and design of large-scale, multi-phased projects, working with developers and consultant teams in all parts of the world. The firms portfolio of work includes projects throughout the United States, in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean, Asia and the Middle East. The firm is committed to sustainable design. All four of the firms principals are LEED Accredited Professionals, as is nearly a third of its staff. Known for site-sensitive, contextually appropriate design, SB Architects has received over 200 awards for design excellence in over 50 years of continuous practice.

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa The city is preparing to start construction this summer on a new parking ramp across First Avenue East from the city-owned hotel and Convention Complex, a ramp that may be bigger and more attractive with more first-floor retail space and a faster elevator than planned if the city receives favorable project bids.

The city puts the estimated cost of the ramp at $10.5 million and the skywalk at $1 million. Bids will be opened on May 2.

In addition to the basic bids for the ramp and skywalk, the city is asking contractors to provide four alternate bids for additions to the basic project if the base bids are favorable and the City Council chooses to fund them.

The first add-on would provide a more-attractive exterior cladding on the side of the ramp that faces Second Avenue SE, a cladding that is part of the basic bid for the two sides visible to First Avenue SE. The fourth side, next to the Theatre Cedar Rapids building, wont be noticeable.

The second add-on would add a seventh floor to the ramp. The basic bid calls for six floors and 460 parking spaces and the add-on would make the ramp a seven-story one with an additional 75 parking spaces.

The third add-on would provide for more first-floor retail space on the side of the ramp facing First Avenue SE than is called for in the basic bid.

And a fourth add-on would provide a faster elevator.

Sandy Pumphrey, building facilities capital project manager in the citys Public Works Department, on Monday said that the stakeholder group advising the city on the parking ramp feels an attractive facade is an important part of a ramp located in a prime downtown spot. The group is hoping that favorable bid prices also allow for the seventh level to be added to the project, he said.

John Frew, the citys consulting project manager on the hotel and Convention Complex projects, on Monday said cities often work to add some style to parking ramps in the heart of their downtowns by adding retail areas to the first floor and paying attention to facades.

There is a range and its a combination of functionality and style, Frew said. This could be just nothing but parking from the first floor to the top. And you could walk right by it, and say, Thats a parking ramp, because its unmistakable what they look like. But its pretty unusual to build a parking ramp right in the core of the city that doesnt have some design feature to it.

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LONGMONT, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

TerraLUX today announced its participation and contribution of its Line Voltage Linear LED Module with LEDSense to the Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy Systems (CSE) Building Technology Showcase, a first-of-its-kind research and demonstration building for sustainable technologies in the City of Bostons Innovation District. TerraLUX is one of 35+ partners contributing a combined total of $2.7 million in advanced building energy technologies and services for the new living laboratory.

We are extremely excited to have the opportunity to be involved in the Fraunhofer showcase as it gives us the ability to demonstrate the incredible advancements that we have made with LED technology, said Mark Verheyen. Our Line Voltage Linear Module is revolutionizing the world of energy-efficient lighting renovations and retrofits.

Unlike most LED lighting solutions in the past, the TerraLUX Line Voltage Linear Module requires no separate LED Driver or extra hardware. All you need to install the unit is three wire nuts and a screwdriver. And, retrofitting many fixtures with the Line Voltage Linear Module will not change its UL listing making post-installation inspections a breeze. Additionally, the Line Voltage Linear Module is designed with a Smart Thermal Design and patented LEDSense Thermal Foldback circuitry that will lower power if the LEDs are running too hot. The Line Voltage Linear Module is suited for indoor and outdoor installations in wall sconces, recessed step lights and wall lights, ceiling surface mounted fixtures, outdoor wall packs and any other sealed fixtures.

Fraunhofer CSE is performing a deep energy retrofit and renovation of the historic, 100-year-old building at 5 Channel Center in Boston to transform it into a research and demonstration facility for advanced building energy technologies. CSE researchers will evaluate the reliability and effectiveness of the technologies incorporated into the building, helping technology developers prove out their products with building-integrated and other applied research, and showcasing these technologies in a state-of-the-art exhibition and educational space open to the public. The building will be Fraunhofer CSEs new headquarters, housing its advanced research labs and staff.

As part of its vision for making the building a center of learning that promotes clean energy workforce development, Fraunhofer CSE also announced its commitment to partnering with numerous Massachusetts and regional institutions and businesses on workforce development initiatives once the new building is completed. Working with these partners and others, CSE will bring in student groups and workers entering the clean energy sector for technology demonstrations and training, seminars, and other events.

In addition to making the Building Technology Showcase the premier research and demonstration laboratory for clean energy technologies, we are committed to making the building a venue where everyonefrom seasoned architects and construction executives to students still deciding their future career pathscan visualize the performance and potential of the technologies incorporated into the building, said Nolan Browne, Managing Director of Fraunhofer CSE. Our goal is to present the information in innovative ways that engage visitors and create demand for these energy-saving systems and sustainable products in the market.

Fraunhofer CSE invites building energy product and system manufacturers and integrators to join those on the list of current industry partners. Please contact the Center with ideas for additional technologies to incorporate into the Building Technology Showcase.

For more information on the Building Technology Showcase at 5 Channel Center in Boston, visit http://cse.fraunhofer.org/bts.

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ATCO Structures & Logistics has won an Award of Distinction from the Modular Building Institute (MBI) for the Home Federal Bank in Bossier City, La. The project, completed for National Modular Bank Buildings (NMBB) included the manufacturing, transportation and installation of ATCO's modular units in just 21 days. This is the second time ATCO and NMBB have won an Award of Distinction for bank projects.

"The bank structure was a very specialized and unique project that required significant communication with our customer," said Craig Alloway, Senior Director - Sales, North America, ATCO Structures & Logistics. "This project is an example of our ability to deliver highly specialized and visually appealing solutions for our clients."

The modern bank design has several distinct features including the installation of an eight-foot fixed bullet resistant window, a drive-through feature including a night depository and commercial deal drawer, as well as architectural elements designed to provide natural light and make the modular building aesthetically pleasing to welcome clients.

The MBI Awards of Distinction are judged on several criteria: architectural excellence, technical innovation, energy efficiency, cost and calendar days to complete. An impartial panel of industry and non-industry construction and code experts, architects and engineers, and marketing professionals reviews each entry.

ATCO Structures & Logistics is committed to operational excellence, healthy and safe work environments and the communities where we work and live. The company offers modular buildings, site services and industrial noise control solutions worldwide. With manufacturing facilities in North America, South America and Australia, and operations on five continents, the company has the expertise to deliver a rapid, turnkey solution anywhere it is needed. To learn more, visit http://www.atcosl.com.

ATCO Structures & Logistics is part of the ATCO Group of Companies. ATCO Group, with more than 8,800 employees and assets of approximately $12 billion, delivers service excellence and innovative business solutions worldwide with leading companies engaged in structures & logistics (manufacturing, logistics and noise abatement), utilities (pipelines, natural gas and electricity transmission and distribution), energy (power generation, natural gas gathering, processing, storage and liquids extraction) and technologies (business systems solutions). More information can be found at http://www.atco.com.

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The Corporation's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of regulatory decisions, competitive factors in the industries in which the Corporation operates, prevailing economic conditions, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Corporation.

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NEW YORK, April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Stuart Dean, an international provider of renowned architectural restoration services, will highlight interior and exterior facility solutions for houses of worship at the Conference for Catholic Facility Management (CCFM), taking place from April 22-25, 2012 in Covington, KY (Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter). A forum for professionals in the areas of construction, real estate and facility management inservice tothe Catholic Church, the conference will address facility and real estate concerns for these houses of worship. Stuart Dean will feature solutions that include metal polishing, stone cleaning and sealing, wood refinishing, glass restoration and commercial-grade grout installation solutions.

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"Houses of worship have intricate, decorative elements on both interior and exterior surfaces that are an integral part of what makes the building unique. From historical significance to the architectural appointments and other structural elements, each of these surfaces needs meticulous care," said Mark Parrish, president and CEO of Stuart Dean. "Stuart Dean is pleased to have a presence at this important industry show to provide innovative methods in architectural presentation, enabling these houses of worship to maintain their beauty and prestige."

Stuart Dean repairs damage to architectural assets and restores surfaces at centuries-old churches and synagogues and state-of-the-art facilities with minimal interruption to worship services. The company's advanced products protect concrete and natural stone from staining and deterioration caused by environmental contamination and elements. Stuart Dean's solutions also address common problems such as discarded chewing gum and graffiti from spray paint and permanent markers.

Stuart Dean has completed cost-effective restoration and preventative maintenance projects for dozens of renowned religious institutions from coast to coast. These include Temple Emmanuel of Beverly Hills (California); Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Claire of Assisi (Illinois); Archdiocese of Indianapolis (Indiana); Greenwood Cemetery, Eldridge Street Synagogue, Immaculate Conception Church, St. Francis of Xavier, St. Paul's the Apostle Church and Grace Church (New York); and Basilica of the National Shrine of Immaculate Conception (Virginia).

CCFM serves the Roman Catholic Church in facility and real estate matters to share its expertise in service to the local and national church. The organization works to facilitate the exchange of ideas through personal contacts, quarterly newsletters, member forums and the annual conference. CCFM provides education seminars, technical expertise and one-on-one opportunities to interrelate and share information with all arch/diocesan members and religious organizations.

For more information, visit http://www.stuartdean.com.

About Stuart DeanStuart Dean is an international provider of renowned architectural restoration services, specializing in metal refinishing; stone polishing, cleaning and sealing; wood refinishing; glass restoration; innovative and sustainable grouts and flooring solutions; and curtain wall and facade restoration. Thousands of clients trust Stuart Dean to restore and preserve their buildings, retail stores, institutions and restaurants every day. Stuart Dean offers a portfolio of services to enhance the beauty and retain the value of a wide array of architectural assets. The company has been in business for over 80 years, with 22 offices in the U.S. and Canada and over 450 employees. Major markets served include Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York, Norfolk, Orange County, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Richmond, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa, Toronto, Vancouver and Washington, D.C. For more information, visit http://www.stuartdean.com.

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The Security Offences (Special Measures) Bill 2012 that was introduced by the Prime Minister Dato Seri Najib Tun Razak is no better than the draconian Internal Security Act (ISA) that is intended to be repealed.

This new law shifts the absolute power from the Minister to the Police and the Public Prosecutor. We are now in a worse position than before with the Internal Security Act (ISA), as the police and the Public Prosecutor are not answerable to Parliament unlike a cabinet minister who is.

Can be jailed for indefinite number of years

A person suspected of a security offence can be jailed for years not unlike the provisions under the ISA. A suspect may be detained for up to 28 days at the order of a police officer of, or above the rank of Superintendent of Police (Section 4).

Within these 28 days, the suspected person may be charged in a High Court. Once charged, no bail can be granted (Section 13) to the suspect. If that is the case, the suspected person will be detained during the trial. After the trial, if he is convicted, he will be imprisoned under the Penal Code.

If the suspect is acquitted, at the request of the Public Prosecutor, he will still be remanded in prison pending appeal (Section 30). At the Court of Appeal, if the suspect is convicted, he will be imprisoned under the Penal Code and if he is acquitted, also at the request of the Public Prosecutor, will still be remanded in prison pending appeal to the Federal Court. Only after the Federal Court has acquitted him, will he be finally released. In practice, the entire process will take many gruelling years.

With the intention of incriminating the suspect, false evidence and false witnesses may be used against the accused as the identities of witnesses cannot be known to the accused under this new law. Appallingly, oral and written statements by a person who is dead or missing can be admitted as evidence too against the suspect!

More abuses can creep in

Barisan Nasional is willing to imprison a person even after the courts have found a person innocent! Barisan Nasional has admitted abuses under its rule using the Internal Security Act (ISA). With this new security law, more abuses against freedom and human rights are expected to happen.

Barisan Nasional government has also present amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code to empower the police to intercept postal articles, communications and to enter premises to install devices to intercept and to record the communication secretly. The Barisan Nasional government is bringing Malaysia back to the terror era of the communist Soviet Union and the Communist China of the 60s and the 70s.

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This is a rendering of the city of Cedar Rapids new parking ramp plus skywalk over First Avenue East that will connect the ramp to the citys Doubletree by Hilton at the U.S. Cellular Center complex, which will consist of the hotel and arena, both under renovation, and the new convention center, under construction next door. (Novak Design Group)

CEDAR RAPIDS The city is preparing to start construction this summer on a new parking ramp across First Avenue East from the city-owned hotel and Convention Complex, a ramp that may be bigger and more attractive with more first-floor retail space and a faster elevator than planned if the city receives favorable project bids.

The city puts the estimated cost of the ramp at $10.5 million and the skywalk at $1 million. Bids will be opened on May 2.

In addition to the basic bids for the ramp and skywalk, the city is asking contractors to provide four alternate bids for additions to the basic project if the base bids are favorable and the City Council chooses to fund them.

The first add-on would provide a more-attractive exterior cladding on the side of the ramp that faces Second Avenue SE, a cladding that is part of the basic bid for the two sides visible to First Avenue SE. The fourth side, next to the Theatre Cedar Rapids building, wont be noticeable.

The second add-on would add a seventh floor to the ramp. The basic bid calls for six floors and 460 parking spaces and the add-on would make the ramp a seven-story one with an additional 75 parking spaces.

The third add-on would provide for more first-floor retail space on the side of the ramp facing First Avenue SE than is called for in the basic bid.

And a fourth add-on would provide a faster elevator.

Sandy Pumphrey, building facilities capital project manager in the citys Public Works Department, on Monday said that the stakeholder group advising the city on the parking ramp feels an attractive facade is an important part of a ramp located in a prime downtown spot. The group is hoping that favorable bid prices also allow for the seventh level to be added to the project, he said.

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April 16, 2012 - Atlantic League (AtL) Long Island Ducks (Central Islip, N.Y., April 16, 2012) - The Long Island Ducks today announced the final additions to their roster as spring training kicks off for the third consecutive season at Bethpage Ballpark. The team has signed pitchers Randy Keisler and Eric Niesen along with catcher Mike Rivera and announced catcher Mitch Canham has been signed by the St. Louis Cardinals and assigned to Memphis (AAA).

"We are excited to begin our quest for the Atlantic League championship," said Ducks manager Kevin Baez. "I look forward to seeing the team together on the field."

Keisler begins his second season with the Ducks and 14th in professional baseball. The southpaw spent part of 2010 on Long Island, going 5-0 with a 3.65 ERA in eight games (all starts). A native of Texas, he spent six seasons in the Major Leagues with the Yankees, Padres, Reds, Athletics and Cardinals, posting a 4-4 record and 100 strikeouts in 150 and two-thirds innings. The 36-year-old Louisiana State alum was originally drafted by the Yankees in the second round of the 1998 amateur draft.

Niesen starts his sixth season of professional baseball and first with the Ducks. He has spent the past five years in the New York Mets organization, reaching as high as Double-A. In 146 games (73 starts), the Wake Forest alum has a 4.54 ERA and 351 strikeouts in 430 innings pitched. The 26-year-old Michigan native was originally drafted by the Mets in the third round of the 2007 amateur draft.

Rivera enters his 16th season of professional baseball and first with Long Island. He has played parts of nine seasons at the Major League level with four different teams (Tigers, Padres, Brewers and Marlins). In 189 big league games, the Puerto Rico native has 13 home runs, 69 RBI and 32 doubles. The 35-year-old is a veteran of over 1,000 minor league games and is a career .262 hitter with 177 home runs, 691 RBI and 1,001 hits. Rivera was originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Tigers in 1997.

The spring training schedule will include two exhibition games against the cross-sound rival Bridgeport Bluefish, one game against a Long Island semi-pro team, the Long Island Black Sox, and one against the New York Police Department. Three games are slated to be played at the Duck Pond (complete schedule below). General admission tickets will be issued FREE to Ducks season ticket and suite holders, and a $5 donation to the QuackerJack Foundation will apply to all other fans. Season ticket holders may gain admission to the ballpark by showing their season ticket holder ID card or other form of identification at the box office.

The Ducks will conclude spring training with their annual season ticket holder meet-and-greet barbeque on Wednesday, April 25, allowing fans to connect with the 2012 team on a one-on-one level. To find out more information about season ticket packages, call the Ducks ticket office at (631) 940-DUCK or visit http://www.liducks.com.

The complete spring training schedule is as follows:

Date Time Game

Friday, April 20 10:30 a.m. Ducks at Bridgeport

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On Tuesday, Ringer's freshman season comes to a close and it's anyone's guess as to whether or not it will be renewed for a second season.

Why? Ratings haven't been great. Ringer hit a series low two weeks ago with only 1.05 million tuning in. On the surface, it's hard to explain why: Not only was Sarah Michelle Gellar, best known for her Buffy the Vampire Slayer days, returning to TV, but viewers were getting a double dose of her as estranged twins, one of whom faked her own death. There was also whole lot of eye candy (see: Ioan Gruffudd, Kristopher Polaha and Lost alum Nestor Carbonell), and a murder mystery with as many twists and turns as there are Buffy die-hards.

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So why didn't Ringer become the new guilty pleasure hit? TVGuide.com turned to series executive producer Pam Veasey (CSI: NY) to get her take on why the neo-noir thriller never clicked with a big audience. Plus: Veasey discusses how Season 2 would be different should the series get renewed, and how Siobhan and Bridget have become the "will-they-or-won't-they" duo of the show. (Oh, get your mind out of the gutter!)

Now that Ringer's first year is coming to a close, did the first season turn out the way you guys had imagined? Veasey: When you start, you have all these ideas and then you create the stories responding to what the audience is hungry for. As writers/producers, it's not always what you plan when you first sit down because you don't know how the audience will respond. The reasons the sisters were apart was important for us to reveal and we did that. Bridget living in this life, pretending to be Siobhan, with Siobhan being back in New York knowing her sister had taken her role. Those things were planned and those things worked out.

Did the season finale end up being what you guys had planned or was it altered? Veasey: It's a combination of what [co-creators Eric Charmelo and Nicole Snyder] planned and some additions. A television show is a breathing, living creature. It takes on a life of its own because the audiences respond to certain actors or certain moments or certain things. We knew Andrew (Gruffudd) had an ex-wife, but we didn't know how involved Catherine (Andrea Roth) would be in the stories in the back end. And we knew there would be relationship issues with Bridget learning about her sister's affair with Henry (Polaha) and the complications of that, but we didn't know how that would unfold. It really is an animal unto itself when you're starting the season.

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When the series was in development, it was moved from CBS to CW. How did that change Ringer? Veasey: We only built the pilot for CBS, and then from that point on we knew we were with CW once we got on the air. They are different. I believe CW is more serialized. Their audiences tend to stay with it, and CBS tends to close the stories more. Because I work actually for both networks and I'm aware of that. We just started making the product for CW. I can't say that something changed, we just started developing the stories so they fit better with CW.

Do you think the serialized nature of the show was hard for people to follow? Veasey: I think the audiences who [watched from the beginning] loved the detail and complexity of the episodes, but I think people joining found it difficult to jump right in because you missed some things even though we had recaps. The lesson you learn is that people don't want to have to know a lot. They want to enjoy the episode. We have lots of episodes like that, but others may have seemed complicated for the audience. I get it, because audiences don't want to drop in and understand it right away. And if they've missed the recaps I think there's a little bit of frustration. It was a double edge sword.

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