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Setting record straight about Overtown's churches
10/17/2013, 9 a.m.
In response to your article, "Heads clash on proposed $2.5M community fund," I would suggest your headline is a bit misleading. Your article clearly reports that the stakeholders you highlighted are not opposed to the community foundation, but are merely studying it and want to be certain that it will fulfill the aspirations of the community.
Saliha Nelson, vice president of Urgent Inc, is correct: a board of 15 members is cumbersome and difficult to work with. However, she is quoted agreeing, "if the goal is to make sure key elements of the community are represented, then size may not be a real issue." And, it isn't. To suggest such implies that we as a community can't work together.
Martha Whisby Wells, a small business owner, has a valid concern as to whether all 30 of the businesses in Overtown will have a voice. We have worked with them to resolve issues amongst the businesses and their governing and membership policies. So, she is right when she stated, "there's a new business association that was started. . . and they appear to be getting a seat at the table."
The one point in your article that sticks in my craw, is the insult hurled at the historic churches of Overtown. Quotes that the churches have done nothing for the community; we don't have members who live in Overtown and we don't care about Overtown are wrong and unwarranted.
These institutions of God have been in Overtown from the very settling days of Overtown and predate the formation of the city of Miami. They have a collective stellar history of providing spiritual, social and fiscal services to the residents of Overtown. Great men and women have done wonderful works in Overtown. Recently, St. Agnes built affordable houses for homeownership in Overtown. Greater Bethel AME is working with the International Longshoreman to secure parking for those union workers. Mt. Zion is rehabbing the commercial and apartment building that once houses the medical office of Dr. Dazelle Simpson. Mt. Zion also houses the Overtown food program for the homeless in the community. Also, St. John is slated to build a wonderful apartment complex that will be affordable. Thus, any accusation that the churches are not engaged in bettering Overtown is baseless. And the truth is, as pointed out in your article, it is the churches that formed the community foundation by which this goal can be accomplished. No other community-based foundation has been formed or put on the table for consideration. Our purpose as churches is to equip people to do for themselves. We cannot do this without preparing the community to take the lead. And thus, we have formed the community foundation structure by which the community can speak for itself and do the work necessary to finally rebuild Overtown.
Overall, I thank you for so accurately reporting the structure and purpose of the community foundation and our efforts to include the participation of the residents and the various stakeholders of Overtown.
The Reverend Canon Richard L. Marquess-Barry, D.D., L.H.D.


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Fraud. Fights. Facelifts. Infidelity. And that was just part one of The Real Housewives of New Jersey reunion on Sunday night.
Host Andy Cohen kicked things off by asking Teresa Giudice, 41, if the other housewives – Caroline Manzo, Melissa Gorga, Jacqueline Laurita and Kathy Wakile – had been supportive since learning that she and husband, Giuseppe "Joe" Giudice, 43, could face 50 years in prison after being charged in a 39-count fraud indictment.
"They all reached out to me," the mother of four revealed. "It's touching."
Infidelity was a hot topic at the reunion, and included a surprising admission from Manzo, who said that although she doesn't believe her husband, Albert, ever cheated on her, "I've always said that if you are that wife or husband that said, 'Never my wife or never my husband,' you're a fool!"
Cohen then asked Giudice if she thought her husband of 12 years had ever been unfaithful.
"No," she stated firmly. "The one girl [who Laurita believed was having an affair with Joe last season] was our babysitter and secretary … the poor girl was frazzled."
"I don't even want to go there this time," Laurita said. "I crossed the line."
And the simmering feud between Giudice and her brother, Joe Gorga (sporting a newly shaved head), continued to simmer, especially when talk turned to cheating rumors about his wife, Melissa, which the couple seemed to imply were escalated by Giudice when she wrote on her blog, "[Melissa is] very lucky that I'm keeping quiet about things that I do know."
"What was the threat?" Melissa asked. "Do you have something on me?"
"No," Giudice responded.
"So you lied?" asked her sister-in-law.
The tone softened when the focus shifted to Laurita, who not only underwent multiple plastic surgeries – including a tummy tuck and nose job – but whose son Nicholas's struggle with autism was featured prominently this season.
"It's a joy and a challenge every single day," a teary-eyed Laurita said about her son's progress. "He's starting to spell words … he works so hard for those accomplishments."
The reunion ended with the return of Dr. V (Dr. Venus Nicolino from the Bravo show LA Shrinks), who refereed the cast's emotional retreat at Lake George earlier in the season and tried to keep the Band-Aid firmly in place between Giudice and her brother.
"Do we love each other, yes," Joe said. "Is [Teresa] lost somewhere in outer space, yes."
"I'm done defending myself," she later declared. "I'm mentally exhausted."
But even Dr. V had trouble managing the sudden outburst that erupted after Manzo called out Giudice for hurtful things she wrote on her blog about her and her husband.
"Who makes Caroline the boss?" asked Giudice.
"Stop talking!" Manzo snapped. "You decide to bam me with a lie?"
"You attack at the jugular," Melissa Gorga added in Manzo's defense, setting the stage for the reunion finale – which will delve into the Giudices's legal problems – airing Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. E.T. on Bravo.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey Reunion Focuses on Fights, Fraud and Infidelity
Nino Munoz/Bravo
updated 10/07/2013 AT 11:30 AM EDT
•originally published 10/07/2013 AT 07:30 AM EDT

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FREMONT - Basketball has taken Jon Diebler all over the globe. He spent four years in Columbus playing for Ohio State. He was drafted by the NBA's Portland Trailblazers, played last year in Greece and is set to play in Turkey this year.
However, throughout all his travels, he still considers northwest Ohio his home.
Sunday Diebler returned to the area he refers to as home to speak at Memorial Hospital's leadership recognition banquet in Fremont.
"I'm just really excited. I'm very familiar with this area," The Upper Sandusky graduate said before the event. "My mom teaches right across the street, so I'm excited to be here and be a part of this program."
Forty-four student-athletes from 11 high schools were honored for the leadership qualities they showed in their schools and communities.
Local student-athletes recognized were A.J. Phillimore, Marcus Meyers, Kelly Miller and MacKenzie Gillett of Old Fort; Kody Brewer, Josh Kirkpatrick, Nathan Ray and Collin Timmons of Lakota; and Kennedy Hossler, Tommy Kipps, Brittney Koch and Taylor Traut of Bettsville.
"This is great; this is the future right here," Diebler said. "It's awesome to see kids rewarded for how hard they work, especially in high school and getting ready to go into college. I'm really excited for them. I wish I could hear them speak because I would like to hear what they have to say. I'm excited to talk to them today."
When introducing Diebler, Kevin Yeckley, Memorial Hospital's program director, who helped set up the event, ran through Diebler's many high school and collegiate accomplishments but said the best part was the fact he was a local product.
"Best part is, he has roots in this general area," Yeckley said. " It's always nice to bring back what we call a local guy."
A year ago, another northwest Ohio and Ohio State standout, Aaron Craft, spoke at the event. At the beginning of his speech, Diebler mentioned talking to his former teammate about the event and the type of students being recognized. Diebler then mentioned being grateful to speak in front of the group.
Diebler played along side Craft and Toledo native William Buford at Ohio State, forming what he called "a very good northwest Ohio trio."
"Obviously we feel there's a lot of talent in northwest Ohio," he said. "The basketball is really good, I remember it being very good when I played at Upper Sandusky. "I think it's great for northwest Ohio and Ohio in general (to have all three excelling at Ohio State). I'm excited to say I'm from northwest Ohio."
Diebler spoke at the event roughly 17 hours before he was due to board a plane headed for Turkey, where he will join Pinar Karsiyaka of the Turkish Premier League.
"When I got traded to the Rockets, it was kind of the same situation (as last year with Portland) where there wasn't much roster room," he said. "They recommended I go overseas, so I'm going to Turkey (today) and I'm sneaking this in in the meantime."
Diebler will be one of three Americans on his team, joining Bobby Dixon, who played his college basketball at Troy, and Will Thomas, who was a member of George Mason's 2006 Final Four team.
"The league is going to be very good," Diebler said. "There's a lot of very good American players going over there. It's going to be a lot of fun."
Diebler said another former Buckeye, Ron Lewis, also will be playing in the league.
Having a year on international experience under his built from playing last season in Greece, Diebler feels that will only help as he gets set for the upcoming season.
"It's very good basketball, but sometimes the rules are a little different and how the game is played is different," he said. "It was something that took a little bit to get used to for me last year, but I got a little bit of experience now, so I'm excited to go over there."
Despite being half-a-world away, Diebler still checks in on how his former teams are doing. He mentioned keeping in touch with people in Upper Sandusky and being able to watch his former teammates in Columbus as they made their run to the Final Four.
"I watched the games online," he said. "I watched them on the Internet and made sure I got to see them. It was like four in the morning in Greece, but I still watched them. I was real excited for them this year."
After his playing days are over, Diebler would like to follow the family path and enter the coaching ranks. His dad Keith led Upper Sandusky to a state title and also has coached at Fostoria. His brother Jake is an assistant at Valparaiso.
However, he said he's not yet ready to turn in his uniform for a clipboard.
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Too Hot Too Handle? Dating Offers That Convert
Ever since the FTC started kicking ass and taking names, some affiliates have been left with egg on their face. For those who haven't sold their souls and actually kept their sites compliant with the new FTC regulations, you can rejoice in the fact that the CPA industry is thriving, and dating offers are hotter than ever. If you haven't dabbled in the dating niche, now is the time to ride it.
Sex sells. It's the oldest trick in the book, and it still works. The question is, how well does it convert in the world of affiliate marketing? A common misconception about dating offers is that the imagery is what pushes the visitor to take action. But, bodies are bodies, and faces are faces. You'd think images would be the driving force behind conversions, but the headline is equally as important. Looking for a playmate? Fling? Long-term relationship? Visitors know what they want coming in. Make sure you let them know exactly what they are getting, by inserting it in the headline.
This dating offer is a nice mix of modest and raunchy. I know what you're thinking, and yes, this is somewhat modest for your average online dating offer. When does a conversion occur? When the visitor signs up and confirms their sign up via the link that is sent to their email (double opt-in sign up).
Here's why this page converts:
- Auto populates visitor's location to personalize experience
- Counter in left hand corner builds credibility
- Segments user and collects data immediately
- Teaser pop-up form is clean, direct, and functional
- Imagery is consistent and appeals to both genders
Two Pump Chump
Get your mind out of the gutter. This prude of a page converts upon the completion of page two. I wouldn't necessarily target this offer to Wilt "The Stilt" Chamberlain, but the 35 plus crowd yearning for stability seems like a match. Do you see it? Look a little closer. The headline – it tells you exactly what you're getting and the body copy totally supports it. The form is clean and left aligned which is not common, but it works. The fact that sign-up is free is a huge selling point and it could be played up a little more. Nicole and Jason look related, what's up with that? Incest definitely doesn't sell.
Here's why this page converts:
- Only first name required which lowers drop-off rates (some folks don't want their identity linked to online dating.)
- Layout balances imagery, call to action, and targeted copy
- Verified security logos establish legitimacy
- Color palette builds trust and credibility (blue = security) I don't make this shit up.
I Smell Sex And Video Games
No conversion virgins here. I'm not saying every gamer spends a lot of time sitting in front of their computer, but this dating offer seems to oddly mimic a video game. Coincidence? No way. I'm guessing the target is males 25+. This sight has me looking over my shoulder, and although it's rather risque, I dig a lot of elements on this page. Segmenting each visitor and providing an incentive to click to the next step is where this page racks up conversions.
Here's why this page converts:
- Intro mimics video game targeting demographic
- Geotargets to deliver relevant content
- Interactivity captures and engages visitor
- 100% FREE adult dating tagline
Tell us about your success with dating offers…
2011-06-08 at 15:17
Often we have to ask why doe this work even if we don't agree with it. Something is obviously connecting with the target audience.
2011-06-09 at 02:41
You can have a whole page full of distractions but you put one image of an attractive girl showing some decent sized cleavage, it is guaranteed that is where the viewer's eyes will lock to.
Sex sells will never be a played out marketing strategy as long as hormones are still part of a human DNA.
2011-07-27 at 15:38
You've got great insights about offers, keep up the good work!
2011-07-27 at 16:20
Thank you. I appreciate the kind words. What type of offers are you seeing gains with right now?
2011-08-16 at 13:55
Unfortunately, the advertising images on this page are broken. I would love to see the images in order to better understand the examples illustrated.


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Earlier that morning, Erica's mom, Sandy Hook school principal Dawn Hochsprung, 47, had rushed out of a meeting when she heard gunshots. As she ran toward the shooter, he gunned her down. He then burst into Vicki Soto's first-grade class, just moments after she had herded a group of children into a closet.
Lanza shot the 27-year-old teacher, her aide, Anne Marie Murphy, and the five children Soto and Murphy tried to shield.
"Someone so close to Carlee and someone so close to me reacted in such a similar way without giving it a second thought. It makes me feel like I was meant to find her," says 28-year-old Erica, Hochsprung's youngest daughter.
In the months that followed, Erica and Vicki Soto's youngest sister, Carlee, 20, bonded in their mutual grief. They have grown so close that Carlee says they are "now like sisters."
"People forget there were six adults that were willing to do anything to stop this gunman from hurting the kids," says Carlee. "My sister Vicki loved those kids more than anything and would do anything to protect them."
After the massacre, the 11 students in her class who survived told police and their parents that Carlee's sister, Vicki, was the first to be shot. "They saw her fall," says Carlee. "She did whatever she could to save them."
Says Erica, "From everything I know about Vicki and how she ran her classroom, she was just like my mom. No one was going to hurt her kids."
An Unspoken UnderstandingStill numb with grief, both Carlee and Erica began volunteering this summer with Mayors Against Illegal Guns and taking bus trips across the country to speak about the need for background checks before purchasing a gun.
"I could only sit around and watch horrible things happen for so long," says Erica.
Both women remained haunted by memories of how they lost their loved ones, and their understanding of each other's pain was at times unspoken. One day, while walking down the street on a trip to the Virginia Tech campus, Carlee heard a jackhammer and began to panic.
"I didn't know what a shotgun sounds like but I think of fast loud noises and I thought, 'Is that what my sister heard when before she was killed?' " she says. "Erica told me to take deep breaths and assured me I would be okay. I didn't have to explain anything."
The support is mutual. "I can be crying or upset and she doesn't have to ask me what's wrong," says Erica. "I'm the big sister Carlee needed and she's the little sister that I've always wanted. I never had anybody that looks up to me like Carlee does. It's helpful to me to be able to help her, but I don't think she has any idea how therapeutic she is for me."
Adds Carlee, "No way am I replacing my sister Vicki, but Erica is always there for me."
A Principal and Her Teacher"My mom loved Vicki," says Erica. "She would come home with crazy, happy, bubbly stories about her. She would talk about those eyes because Vicki had these huge glowing eyes. She was trying to do the matchmaker thing."
In turn, says Erica, "Vicki would go home and tell ridiculous stories about the crazy things my mom did, coming to school in a wedding dress as the book fairy."
Now the two young women remember their loved ones through laughter and tears. When Erica didn't want to be alone the night before Thanksgiving, she invited Carlee for a sleepover.
"Thanksgiving was the last holiday I had with my mom, and it was not an easy day," says Erica. So the two spent the evening swapping memories: how Erica's mom had hosted her last holiday meal at her new weekend home in the Adirondacks and how Carlee's sister, Vicki, was "a Christmas diva" who insisted on picking out the perfect tree every year.
"Even if we are crying, it's not a sad place for us to talk about them," says Erica. "We can remember the good and we also understand the bad."
Along with shared memories, the women have a bond they hold tight.
"With Carlee, I have a whole new family, two new sisters, a little brother, a mother and father," says Erica of Soto's family, which includes her older sister, Jillian, 25 and a younger brother, Matthew, 16.
"Now, they look out for me. The heartbreak of losing my mom will never go away, but my family grew on Dec. 14 because of the Sotos, and that is absolutely healing for me."
Both the Soto and the Hochsprung families have launched college scholarship funds in memory of their loved ones. For more information, visit the Dawn Hochsprung Memorial Fund and The Official Vicki Leigh Soto Fund.


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"Tommy - Can You Hear Me?"
This super rare 1967 Fireglo 4005 bass weighs just 8.70 lbs. and has a nut width of just under 1 11/16 inches and a standard Rickenbacker bass scale length of 33 1/2 inches. This semi-hollow body bass features offset cutaways and a "slash" soundhole. Maple body with sculpted top and with checkerboard binding on the back, laminated maple and mahogany neck, and bound rosewood fretboard with 20 frets and triangular inlaid crushed-pearl position markers extending completely across the fretboard. Headstock with hooked "cresting wave" top and white opaque plastic logo plate lettered in black. Individual open-back tuners with cloverleaf metal buttons. Two chrome bar "toaster" pickups with outputs of 6.97k and 8.52k. White plastic pickguard with five screws and with original clear plastic thumb rest with two screws. Five controls (two volume, two tone, and a master "blender" control) plus three-way selector switch, all on pickguard. Seven-sided black plastic knobs with metal tops with black lettering. Four-saddle bridge and "R" tailpiece. Jack input on a metal plate (with the serial number "GE [May 1967] 2326") on the lower treble bout. The pots are dated "137 6646" (CTS November 1966) and "137 6708" (CTS February 1967). The neck pickup coil was expertly rewound by Lindy Fralin some four years ago when we originally sold this guitar. The only other part that has been touched, is a replacement gear retaining screw on the "D" tuning peg. This wonderful bass guitar is in exceptionally fine condition (9.00). There is only a light trace of belt buckle wear on the back, one tiny surface chip (about the size of a match head) on the back of the neck behind the second fret and another (the same size) on the top edge near the jack input, a few small surface chips on the edges of the headstock, and one other small surface chip on the back of the headstock just above the "D" tuning peg. There are a few other very small and insignificant marks, none of which penetrate the surface finish. Housed in a modern custom-made Cedar Creek black hardshell case with black plush lining (9.50).
Introduced in 1965, "the Model 4005 and Model 4005/6 were Rickenbacker's thin-line hollow body electric basses. Rickenbacker created these models at a time when other companies were having success with this type of bass. The British invasion groups helped to start this trend with their interest in hollow body models; before the 4005 was available, the company received many requests for hollow body basses from England. The company even took an order for a violin shaped six string bass with a natural finish in 1965, but there is no evidence the factory made it. The body shape of the Model 4005 basses followed the styling of the 1965 Models 306-375 standard guitars: they had a rounded top edge and double cutaways. The 4005 basses had two pickups and Deluxe features. Like the solid body basses, they had string mutes, twenty-one [sic] frets, rosewood fingerboards, and full scales. The first ones were available in either Fireglo or natural maple finishes. In the 1970s they were available in any of the standard Colorglo finishes. These models had slash soundholes and R tailpieces" (Richard R. Smith, The History of Rickenbacker Guitars, p. 207).
Among the great "sixties" bassists who used a 4005, were Nick St. Nicholas of the Steppenwolf, and John Entwistle of The Who, who used a similar '67 (serial no. GE 2208) in the studio between 1969 and 1970.
"Tommy - Can You Hear Me?"


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Featured Golf News
Play Golf Indiana Declared by Governor
June 25, 2008. July will be "Play Golf Indiana" month as declared by Governor Mitch Daniels. The National Golf Course Owners Association and the Indiana Chapter are using this designation as an opportunity to kick off a state-wide adult player development program "Learn to Golf Indiana."
Golfers may sign up at participating courses in June and start learning to play in July. This project is sponsored by Club Car, NGCOA and PGA. Courses can sign up at www.ingcoagolf.org by June 30. Participating facilities will be eligible for a free NGCOA membership drawing in November.'
The Link Up 2 Golf format is being utilized for this program, which includes: free orientation, six group lessons and five on-course experiences. New and returning players are invited to take advantage of this program.
For more information, contact Executive Director Priscilla E. Dillow, Indiana Chapter - National Golf Course Owners Association, P.O. Box 352, Plainfield, In 46168; Cell: 317-850-6138; Fax: 317-838-3026; email: firstname.lastname@example.com ; www.ingcoagolf.org.
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Your sunrise summary of everything you need to know about weather in H-town.
Another day like the Fourth, warming up in the afternoon with a slight chance of showers.
Our days of drier mornings are about to come to an end, as moisture levels in the atmosphere increase.
Today's weather should be similar to that of yesterday, with highs in the low- to mid-90s, and a chance of isolated storms this afternoon like the one we saw develop just to the northwest of downtown Houston on Independence Day.
The forecast for Sunday and Monday is now more clear as the tropical low pressure system I've been talking about appears likely to follow a more northwesterly track, which should bring it into Texas rather than Louisiana.
This low — which has a small chance to develop into a tropical depression or even a tropical storm — will likely make for a wet start to next week. Although there's quite a bit of uncertainty, widespread rain totals of 1 to 3 inches of rain are possible on Sunday and Monday, say forecasters with the Houston/Galveston office of the National Weather Service. And isolated areas could see as much as 5 inches.
However forecasting exact totals are problematic — just know that we're likely to see a surge in atmospheric moisture by Sunday, and that heavy rain is possible and perhaps even likely. And although this brings the potential for some flooding, after a very dry two-week period we really need the rain.
We should be back to more isolated rain storms by late Tuesday or Wednesday.
Aside from the Gulf low discussed above there do not appear to be any systems with the potential to develop into tropical storms or depressions.
Ninety-four degrees
Getting hotter, muggier
Its more like July
On this date, in 1891, Houston recorded its record lowest high temperature for July, 74 degrees. I'm guessing there were a lot of clouds and rain that day.


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Oh - Weight is down to 203.something as of today. I am going to have my husband hide the scale for me so I won't keep going to it.
Day 8 Primal
Last Monday I did something spontaneous. I emailed the worst picture of myself to Mark. The picture I pretend doesn't exist. The picture anyone can now see if they visit the Success in the Making Pages. What happened? I think I got carried away with the New Year challenge and my day off of work! Or, I felt a hope blooming with the new year and the possibility of lifetime change.
I have been visiting this site for about a year ever since my father sent me an article from MDA. I purchased the PB this summer. But not until last Monday did I make the leap to primal eating.
I have tried losing weight many times. I even was successful in 2008 when I exercised 6 days a week and did nothing else. But that weight came back....and then some.
Here's a little about me: I am a happily married mom of two boys, ages 10 and 12. My husband and I adopted two greyhounds boys, one who raced briefly and one from Ohio who is a "lurcher." I work full time as a legal assistant for a small but busy firm. I love to read and learn new things.
I have not yet learned how to blog, so go easy on me! This, like my body, is a work in progress.
Now on to the fun stuff. My primal experience thus far.
Foods - I eat bacon and eggs for breakfast, a salad with chicken, cranberries and almond shavings for lunch and dinner involves sauteed spinach, zucchini, broccoli and whatever meat I have fixed. Fruits are blueberries, cranberries, raspberries and a banana for cooking. Nuts are almonds and walnuts for recipes and almonds for snacks.
Headaches - they only lasted 3 days - yeah!!!
Energy - I woke up on the 4th day feeling like I had already had a cup of coffee. Without intention, I now drink less than a cup of coffee in the morning. It has slowly decreased with each passing day.
I am maintaining a grain free, legume free, dairy free diet to the best of my knowledge. I am therefore also learning how to cook, as I haven't ever enjoyed this. My oven is confused as before now I had never used the Broiled feature! I am making it earn its keep now! This weekend I made Berry Crumble and Berry balls from the BP Recipe book and I was so proud I took pictures!.
My appetite is decreasing and I am not sure who, but a senior member on this site has "eat when you are hungry" on his tagline and I keep thinking about that. Listening to my body is new for me, as before I was ALWAYS hungry.
Also had zero cramps during my "monthly visit" and I am wondering about the connection.
I have not exercised yet. I just need to "put my shoes on" like Mark has said, but I am afraid I will go overboard, like I have in the past and sabotage my progress.
Hi to all! You have now seen me in my bathing suit so I feel like I already know you
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Oh - Weight is down to 203.something as of today. I am going to have my husband hide the scale for me so I won't keep going to it.
Day 9
Breakfast: 3 eggs and 2 pieces of bacon.
Lunch: Salad (mix of romaine, iceberg and spinach, 3 pieces of bacon, grilled chicken, sliced almonds, small bit of dried cranberries.
Snack: Coconut ball I made this weekend.
My scale has been hidden until February 1st so no checking in. It feels a bit lonely, but at least at home I make up some of the time I used to spend eating COOKING my meals. I am also reading all the information I can get my hands on. Any suggestions?
Day 10
I woke up at 5:30 with my oldest son and did a brisk walk on the treadmill with a 2.0 incline. Towards the end I set it at 6.8 and ran like I was being chased by a prehistoric monster spider! I then did some squats and curls and presses. My goal is to get some beginner's WOD's and do those at home. I can't afford a Crossfit membership but do have one at the Y so I will need to adapt my workouts there. Anyone else have their own crossfit routine they do at their "regular" gym?
I found the best dressing for my salad I take to work everyday....bacon grease. At work I also heat my salad up in the microwave for about a minute and it is much tastier. I had to take a toothbrush to work because EVERYTHING sticks in between my teeth!
I ate 1/2 an avocado for the first time last night in my steak stirfry. I just put it in with my spinach, zucchini, broccoli, tomato and steak mixture. I thought I hated them, but they aren't bad! I used extra virgin olive oil to cook and garlic to season....lots of garlic. My husband probably can't stand to be near me because minced garlic is my go-to seasoning now.
I need to make more berry crumble this weekend. And the coconut balls. I live across the river from a larger city and they have a Trader Joe's. My local Kroger didn't have a few items I need for my pantry:
coconut oil
coconut milk
macadamia nuts
almond flour
There are a lot of websites with recipes that I keep finding. I just found a website for a Paleo Mocha Frapp! Just need the coconut milk and a few other ingredients before I can try that.
I'm also reading The Paleo Solution by Robb Wolf. I am not a science person, but so far he is making it bearable to read. The humor is also appreciated!
My appetite is STILL decreasing. Other than yesterday, when I wanted to eat to celebrate at work, it is on a steady decline. I put a sandwich bag with almonds in my purse for emergencies and today I didn't even want any.
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Dear eron;
I just got "Primal Body Primal Mind" which was updated last year--first publication 2009.
I really am "getting" how primal eating works with hormones much better through this book.
I suggest it highly.
Congrats so far and good luck on your journey!
Thanks so much for the replies! I ordered a sample of Primal Body Primal Mind for my kindle....thanks for the suggestion.
Getting dressed for work I noticed I could tighten my belt buckle to the second hole.....as the scale is hidden away (I don't want to think of this as a diet, but rather a lifestyle change, so I felt I was relying too heavily on the scale and not how I feel) this is an indication that the body is changing! I am so ready for this.
It was a really stressful day at work and had to try a relaxation breathing sequence to calm down.
My focus is coming back after the "carb-flu" haze I was in last week. I have been much more productive at work.
Breakfast: 2 pieces of bacon and 3 eggs
Snack: banana
Lunch: salad with chicken, bacon, almonds, spinach, romaine and iceberg lettuce
Snack: almonds
Dinner: 1/3 of the berry crumble breakfast meal I made from the BP cookbook.
Day 13 Primal
My son and I baked paleo hamburger buns and banana bread today. I am trying to get the kids involved and he loves to cook so we surfed the net for recipes and he is cooking hamburgers for dinner tonight.
I convinced my husband I need to weigh myself once a week and I just weighed in at 201. As I haven't started exercising yet, it helps to know the weight IS going down.


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A major house fire left a Bethany family homeless on Thursday.
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"I just lost my house that we've been there for 13 years. We lost everything," said homeowner Sandie Pittman.
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AP reported on Dec. 21 that the U.S. economy is ending the year "on a roll." Consumer spending is up, and employers have added at least 100,000 jobs five months in a row, which hasn't happened since 2006.
Let's assume, for the sake of argument, that the economy stays on a roll through the first quarter of 2012. Employers keep hiring, consumers keep buying and housing prices start to make a recovery. This scenario would lead to a cultural shift—anger from the so-called 99% would abate, political pundits would lose some of their bite and a new optimism would emerge.
We've lived in a kind of darkness for so long: For some it began in fall 2008, for others with the invasion of Iraq and for some the starting point was 9/11. A sustained period of economic growth would be a shock to the system, and for communicators that means they would be dealing with a different culture entirely. Engagement with a public that has real hope for a better future would demand different sorts of messages—those that transmit optimism instead of caution and commiseration.
It's a subtle thing, this change in cultural tone, but we've all lived through it. Many of us can recall the rabid enthusiasm of the dot-com era. That was a different world, but it was really not so long ago.
In 2012, let's imagine—and prepare for—an economy and culture that truly is on a roll.
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Androidify lets you customize Andy, the little green Android robot, as yourself, your family, your friends, or anyone you'd like. You can make it taller, sorter, style its hair, and even throw on some shades and a hoodey. If you're feeling like a pirate, go ahead and add a parrot and a pirate hat.
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1964 Leaf "Munsters" Complete PSA NM-MT 8 Set (72)
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Extraordinary high-grade complete set of 1964 Leaf "The Munsters," based on the popular TV show. Herman, Lily, Grandpa, Eddie, and, of course, the perfectly normal and beautiful Marilyn (who in this unusual family of monsters was an outcast) all lived at 1313 Mockingbird Lane. The Munsters were a sensation in 1964, and it was only natural that Leaf would honor the popular show with its own trading-card set. The entire set of seventy-two cards has been graded NM-MT 8 by PSA, without a single qualified card. This is an extremely high grade complete set of this very popular 1960s nonsport issue. The set is bright, crisp, and clean, with exceptional centering throughout, and was almost certainly assembled long ago directly from packs. Total 72 cards. Reserve $400. Estimate $800/$1,200. SOLD FOR $1,763
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It's not the Bassmaster Classic, but it is one step from the Classic.
The Bass Nation Mid-Atlantic Divisional fishing tournament will take place at Lake Erie and Presque Isle State Park July 22-26.
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About 20,000 anglers across the United States and several other countries annually compete for a chance to fish in the Bassmaster Classic, sometimes called the Super Bowl of bass fishing.
One of the final steps along the way to qualifying for the Classic are six divisional tournaments, including the Mid-Atlantic. The tournament rotates sites annually, and this year is Pennsylvania's turn.
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i've neve been a zelda fan his games are to much on obvious puzzles rather than a whole lot of fighting
I consider myself an authority on the 3D Zelda games (I suck at the 2D ones) so I'd like to step in if you don't mind.
Twilight Princess was and is a solid Zelda title. It doesn't hold a lantern to Majora's Mask or Ocarina of Time in terms of replayability, but it is amazing in its own right.
Majora's Mask is my favorite. It is the most unique of the Zelda titles and it allowed you to change forms and whatnot. You also had to learn how to move quickly to solve puzzles and use time to your advantage, learning something different on each 3 Day run.
Ocarina of Time comes second. I'm not entirely sure an explanation is needed here as it has been labeled the best Zelda game of all time by Nintendo Power.
Twilight Princess comes in third. The amazing visuals, gripping story which directly continues from that of Ocarina of Time, unique gameplay if you have the Wii version, fully orchestrated music (though the quality could have been better) and two forms (which I admit isn't fun until you have the ability to switch between the two). It is a little easy, however as someone mentioned you must take into account that you know what to look for now. Because to be honest, I still struggled with the fully original challenges. And I now breeze through the old games that were once so challenging. It's just a matter of knowing where to go and what to look for.
Wind Waker comes in fourth out of four, not because it's a bad game, but because the others are better. I adored Wind Waker...and still do really. We'll see if it stays in last place once the next console Zelda title comes out.
*sighs* the pure violent generation of gamers that make us look bad. Sure, decapitation is fun, but you need more than that to make a game good.
ok first of all TP sucked easy as shit. the one zelda game that i really loved (i liked most of them) but the best one was orcarina of time
I can never find a fault with the legend of Zelda games, probably because im a fanboy for them but aside from that, whats there not to like, my favourite 2d Zelda game is link to the past and 3d is Ocarina of time, but TP is great in its own right, the puzzles may be easier i think its great how the games are reminiscent of games past, its definiately unique in its own right, feels alot darker, the gameplays fun and the art style is amazing, personal opinion, it definately has not ruined the series. and i look forward to others to come.
No a longer a fan because of one game?
I've thoroughly enjoyed every title I've played, my #1 would have to be OoT. Mainly because thats what got me interested in the series (I was about 8 at the time) and then I continued to play from there and played old titles I missed from years past.
Twilight Princess is a great game, and was easy to an extent so I can understand some of the comments. But would an eight year old kid find it easy as well, cus' when I was playing OoT back then I didn't think it was all that easy at all.
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WASHINGTON -- With a working relationship formed more than a decade ago, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the American Meat Institute (AMI) joined in a formal Alliance to further promote safe and healthful working conditions for meat industry workers, OSHA Administrator John Henshaw announced today.
"OSHA and AMI are committed to reducing ergonomic hazards in the workplace," Henshaw said. "We worked together in 1990 to develop ergonomic guidelines for meatpacking plants. Now, this alliance provides an even stronger opportunity to reach out to the meat industry and reduce occupational musculoskeletal disorders even more."
The Alliance sets specific goals and priorities -- key among those is providing AMI members and others in the meat industry with information to help protect workers' health and safety, focusing on reducing and preventing exposure to ergonomic hazards. The Alliance also calls for both organizations to provide training on ergonomics techniques, program structure, and applications in the meat industry.
Outreach and communication is a major part of the Alliance and includes seeking opportunities for both OSHA and AMI to jointly develop and disseminate information and guidance through the media, particularly on both organizations' web sites. OSHA and AMI will also promote and encourage AMI members' participation in OSHA's cooperative programs, such as compliance assistance, the Voluntary Protection Program, Consultation, the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, as well as mentoring among AMI members.
Training and education goals have been set, including working together to cross-train OSHA personnel and industry safety and health professionals in AMI ergonomic best practices or programs. AMI will also include ergonomics training sessions at the annual American Meat Institute Foundation Worker Safety, Health and Human Resources conference.
A team of OSHA and AMI representatives will meet at least quarterly to develop an action plan, determine working procedures, and identify the roles and responsibilities of the participants. OSHA will also offer the opportunity for representatives of the Occupational Safety and Health State Plan Association and the association of state Consultation Projects to participate in the Alliance.
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The Missouri Tigers fought and clawed there way to an overtime victory against Texas A&M by the score of 38-31 on the road behind the play of James Franklin and Henry Josey, along with some strong defensive play in the second half , to come back from a 14 point deficit to take a 31-28 lead late in the 4th quarter.
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The college basketball offseason makes Bo Ryan's offense look fast. It is approximately seven months of a hoop-less void that tests the patience of the most ardent fans across the country.
Those basketball supporters in Buckeye Nation are no different. Yes, hearing news of Urban Meyer hitting the recruiting trail for the Ohio State football team helps pass the time a bit, but seven months is seven months.
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The Central Catholic Raiders have the premier spot on this list with 11 Sac-Joaquin Section championships.
Second place goes to the Vanden Vikings with nine total Sac-Joaquin Section championships, all in Division III.
In the third spot, the Elk Grove Thundering Herd have six Sac-Joaquin Section titles. Three of those came between 2005 and 2007 in Division I.
Jesuit baseball saw two back-to-back section championships in 2008 and 2009. The Marauders have a total of five Sac-Joaquin Section titles.
The Oakdale Mustangs won their only five championships in the past six years in Division IV.
Cordova baseball won four Sac-Joaquin Section championships in Division I. The team's last title was in 1987.
The Folsom Bulldogs have four section championships -- two in Division II and two in Division III.
The Yuba City Honkers dominated Division III from 2007-2010, winning four Sac-Joaquin Section championships.
With four Sac-Joaquin Section titles, the Escalon Cougars won the last three straight in Division V.
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I bought this cooktop less than a year ago. I was looking for one with great features and different temperatures for the burners. This has it all and is great looking in person. It even has a child safety lock for those with children who likes to explore. Worth the money and even my husband who doesn't cook much but does like to cook breakfast on the weekends absolutely loves this top range cause you can move a pot from one burner to the next without worrying that the pot will fall over. Highly recommended. Absolutely love this in the black on black gloss look.
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Just installed a month ago. Love it so far. Only regret would be should have got the 36inch wide one. Big pans on the front burners hang over the control knobs.
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Very updated look.
By MamaJ
from Kansas, United States
I have only had the cooktop for 1 month and I love the way the cooktop looks - only thing it has to be totally cleaned every time I use even one burner. After frying foods a couple of times, it has marks on the burner covers - wish it was more resistant and not have to be taken apart after each use. Overall, a little more work than I thought it would be.
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By Pavan1979
from New Jersey, United States
I bought this one month ago and I love it. I will recommend to all.
Kobs break and are EXTREMELY expensive to replace
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Overall, I am not happy with this cooktop. We purchased it a few years ago and are on our THIRD set of knobs. They are made of cheap plastic and the shaft is constantly breaking. On top of that, they are eye-wateringly expensive to replace. What is sad, is that I don't even cook that much, so there are days that go by when it is not even used. It is also difficult to get it lit. We often have to use a match to get it to ignite.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Love all the features great product for the price.
Very versatile cooktop
By John2011
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The GE profile cooktop is versatile and has a lot of features for the money. We especially like the power boil center burner which makes quick work of boiling spaghetti.
Works just fine
By MIC29
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Does the job, nothing too fancy. Stains easily and a little difficult to get completely clean.
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I only have one negative issue with this cooktop...the main burner (the largest one) has uneven heating. One side of the gas glame is much higher than the other. I have had several gas cooktops and ranges in my life time. This has never happened before. Unless I keep rotating the pan when I pan fry food, the cooking is uneven and the inside of the pan has burned food on the edge. This cooktop came with the house. I would not have chosen it.
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This is a great gas cook top. It has a glass like finish that is easy to keep clean...very easy...with a sponge and soapy water. The grates sit on rubber feet and are heavy enough there is no shifting. Yet they simply lift off for cleaning. We needed a shallow unit because we have drawers underneath, and this works perfectly. We also like the child proof lock that locks up the unit when the grandkids are around. This isn't the cheapest gas cooktop, but we think it was worth the price.
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The Theater Festival in Black and White: Multicultural Edition shines a light on Pittsburgh's diverse communities by soliciting plays from an array of playwrights from various cultural backgrounds, all of whom have lived in the Pittsburgh area for at least two years at some point.
There are two programs of one-act plays, ticketed separately. See the list of plays here. Tickets are $15 in advance for all shows, $20 at the door. Preview and Thursday shows are Pay-What-You-Can at the door only. Seating is General Admission.
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Kraft, Cadbury agree to deal
LONDON - After months of fierce resistance, Cadbury's about-face to accept a sweetened $19.5 billion takeover from Kraft Foods Inc., forming the world's biggest candy company, has alarmed British unions, lawmakers and chocolate lovers.
Bernanke seeks review of AIG bailout
WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke took the unusual step Tuesday of asking Congress' investigative arm to conduct a "full review" of the Fed's role in bailing out insurance giant American International Group.
American Airlines raises checked-bag fees
FORT WORTH - American Airlines said Monday it is raising its fees on checked bags for passengers buying tickets starting Feb. 1.
People in Business
Local business leaders celebrated Aardvark Automotive's 30 years in business Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting.
Morris Publishing files reorganization plan with court
With the support of an overwhelming majority of its bondholders, Morris Publishing Group, parent company of the Amarillo Globe-News, on Monday filed a plan in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Georgia in Augusta to complete the restructuring of its debt.
Williams Cos. creating giant in natural gas
Williams Cos., already one of the nation's largest producers of natural gas, said Tuesday it will create one of the biggest natural gas partnerships in the nation by combining its pipeline and processing units.
Citigroup loses $7.77B; cites loans, repayments
Citigroup Inc. became the latest bank to take a cautious view of consumers' credit problems, reporting a $7.77 billion fourth-quarter loss because of failed loans and the costs of repaying $20 billion in government bailout money.
Confidence sinks for homebuilders
WASHINGTON - Confidence among U.S. homebuilders unexpectedly dropped in January to the lowest level since June, a sign the housing recovery might stall in coming months.
Kansas State upsets Texas
MANHATTAN, Kan. - Jamar Samuels scored 15 of his 20 points in a dominating first half and No. 10 Kansas State withstood a rally to knock off top-ranked Texas, 71-62, on Monday night.
Cobb to lead Wayland wrestling program
Former Tascosa wrestling coach Johnny Cobb is coming out of retirement to lead the first college wrestling program in Texas in 26 years.
Cougars coach Sumlin agrees to contract extension
In Houston, Kevin Sumlin has agreed to a contract extension to coach the Houston football team through the 2015 season.
Dear Abby: Professor needs lesson in social graces
Dear Abby: I have always been a curious and motivated person. Because of it, I pursued higher education and became a college professor. Most of my siblings have also gone to college. However, their significant others have varying levels of education.
Dear Abby: Boyfriend's bedside manner little comfort
Dear Abby: I rent my own apartment and my family lives an hour's drive away. My boyfriend of one year, "Mac," lives about 10 minutes from me and spends the night a few times a week and vice-versa.
Heloise: Powdered sugar differs
Dear Heloise: I would like to know the difference between 4x and 10x powdered sugar. Keep up your helping ways. - Sally, via e-mail
Heloise: Visit patient after return home
Dear Heloise: As a hospital nurse, I always am concerned about the needs of the patients. Patients are very ill, in pain after surgery or injury, lack sleep due to the normal hospital interruptions and are in the worst appearance you can imagine. Visitors are the last people they want to entertain.
Dr. Gott: Vertigo is neither contagious nor hereditary
Dear Dr. Gott: My co-worker and I love to read your articles about health in our newspaper and always read them on our way to work. You were our first thought when we had questions about something.
Dr. Gott: 89-year-old deserving of bacon, eggs
Dear Dr. Gott: I am an 89-year-old male enjoying good health. I have A-fib, but it doesn't bother me and I get a reasonable amount of exercise.
Area loaded with solid Class 1A girls squads
The Panhandle area is again loaded with outstanding Class 1A girls teams that figure to make deep playoff runs.
AISD to name coach choice
It appears confirmation of the next head football coach at Amarillo High will come down to the last minute.
TABC High School Rankings
SUGAR LAND - High school basketball rankings as compiled by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches and Tex Preps Basketball magazine for the week of Jan. 18:
Athlete of the Week honor roll
Lady Sandies record 2nd straight shutout
The Amarillo High Lady Sandies remained unbeaten Tuesday, winning 2-0 against Lubbock Monterey in their second consecutive District 2-5A girls soccer shutout at Dick Bivins Stadium.
AHS senior's status for match uncertain
The Amarillo High boys soccer team may have to play without senior captain Andrew Welsch today.
Hereford defeats Caprock
Hereford took control early and continued to pull away, beating Caprock, 56-42, in District 3-4A high school boys basketball Tusday night at the Caprock Activity Center.
PD boys crush Pampa
The Palo Duro Dons earned their first win of the season Monday, thrashing the Pampa Harvesters, 7-0, in nondistrict boys soccer in Pampa.
Monterey downs Lady Rebels
The Tascosa Lady Rebels basketball team fell further behind in the District 2-5A high school girls playoff race Tuesdaynight with a 67-38 loss to Lubbock Monterey at Tascosa Activity Center.
Lady Dons rout Hobbs, N.M., 54-36
The Palo Duro Lady Dons won a makeup game with Hobbs, N.M., 54-36, on Monday night at the Palo Duro Activity Center.
Matthews, Falcons fly over River Road
The Bushland Falcons basketball team remains a work in progress because of a deep football playoff run. But the Falcons are getting there.
SJCA's McKnight, Brock win powerlifting titles
Two members of the San Jacinto Christian Academy Patriot Power Weightlifting Club won their events at the USA Weightlifting Texas State Championships on Saturday in Austin.
Lady Rebs try to stay in playoff contention
Amarillo will host three high school basketball doubleheaders tonight as the season turns to a crucial stage.
Gorillas on the Road
Amarillo defenseman Andy Brennan has five points in two games against the Rush.
A late bloomer
Amarillo professional bowler Mike Scroggins, like fine wine, has improved with age.
Modano, Auld lead Stars past Wild
In Dallas, Mike Modano scored his 551st career goal, backup Alex Auld stopped 22 shots, and the Dallas Stars maintained their home dominance over the Minnesota Wild with a 4-3 victory on Monday night.
The Short List
Amarillo Gorillas forward/tough guy Chris Cloud had his own cheering section Saturday at Cal Farley Coliseum.
Column - Lance Lahnert: Maxfield's credentials impressive
Mel Maxfield?
Drivers say new spoiler adds downforce
FORT WORTH - Kurt Busch sees no problems with the rear spoiler that NASCAR is in the process of adapting to replace the rear wing, a move that could enhance the passing ability of cars this season while providing a more traditional look.
Scola, Brooks lift Rockets over Bucks in OT
In Houston, Luis Scola scored a season-high 27 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, Aaron Brooks dished out 10 assists to offset a bad shooting game and the Houston Rockets beat the Milwaukee Bucks, 101-98, in overtime Monday.
Parker Leads Spurs past Hornets
In New Orleans, Tony Parker scored 25 points and the San Antonio Spurs handed the New Orleans Hornets a rare home loss, 97-90 on Monday.
Preliminary autopsy: Smoke killed baby
Investigators said Monday that a preliminary autopsy revealed that a 1-year-old girl killed in a motor home fire during the weekend died of smoke inhalation.
Rodeo features minority cowboys
FORT WORTH - The Monday afternoon rodeo at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo featured the usual competitions: bareback riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, barrel racing and bull riding.
Ex-Border Patrol agent is requesting a retrial
HOUSTON - Former Border Patrol agent Ignacio Ramos said new evidence has surfaced since he went to prison regarding the 2005 shooting of a Mexican drug smuggler and he wants a retrial.
Ex-secretary of state backing Hutchison
HOUSTON - Former U.S. Secretary of State James Baker endorsed U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison on Tuesday in her bid to unseat Gov. Rick Perry.
AHF lawyer files motion asking for $50K salary
A federal bankruptcy judge tried Tuesday to sort out yet another complicated situation in the bankruptcy of nonprofit American Housing Foundation.
Maxfield is Sandies' new coach
The new Amarillo High School head football coach brings experience and success with him.
Past converges with future
About 300 people walked a city route between Bones Hooks Park and the Black Historical Cultural Center on Monday, celebrating the birth of a man who influenced the nation to rethink its racial attitudes and take action to improve education, housing and opportunities for minority citizens.
Last-trimester HIV tests
AUSTIN - Pregnant woman are being tested during their last trimester for the virus that causes AIDS as part of a new effort to save young lives in Texas.
Borger teenager dies in pickup accident
A Borger teenager died in a single-vehicle accident early Sunday morning, according to the state Department of Public Safety.
DNA to help solve Dallas auto thefts
DALLAS - What auto thieves in Dallas touch could help send them to prison.
Fire station property OK'd
Amarillo city officials moved forward Tuesday with plans for a new fire station, water-distribution projects and creation of a board to oversee emergency medical response services.
Perry blasts Obama's 'Race to the Top' plan
SAN ANTONIO - Gov. Rick Perry lashed out Tuesday at a plan by President Obama that would effectively let local Texas school districts circumvent the state's decision to not compete for millions in education reform dollars.
New water plan to make debut
The newest version of the regional water plan is about to make its debut.
Three shot near MLK Day events in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO - Three people reportedly were wounded when gunfire erupted near crowds attending Martin Luther King Jr. holiday activities in San Antonio.
Column - Jon Mark Beilue: Just a sleight diversion from his day job
When Jody Paredes is dressed in all black, complete with dark glasses, he darn sure looks like a magician. And when he takes out a few cards and coins for a couple of how-did-he-do-that tricks, he performs like one, too.
Hutchison advocates term limits
During an hourlong stop in Amarillo on Monday, U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison outlined her plan to make state government more open and transparent, including by adopting term limits for the governor's office.
Goodwill plans April opening at former Miller Paper site
An official with Goodwill Industries of Lubbock said a new store is scheduled to open in mid-April at Interstate 40 and Bell Street.
South Texas citrus 'dodged a pretty good bullet'
McALLEN - Most south Texas citrus apparently avoided damage from an early January cold snap, but the fate of some crops won't be known for a few weeks, experts say.
Disaster facility in operation
Public officials Tuesday unveiled a gleaming new emergency center downtown, and now they're hoping to leave the $750,000 high-tech facility's halls largely empty.
Rapes of elderly women have residents on edge
YOAKUM - With a serial rapist on the loose, Cassandra McGinty has developed a new routine when she arrives home: search room to room, a handgun or stun gun drawn.
20-year-old questioned in five shooting deaths
BELLVILLE - Authorities working to determine what spurred a flurry of gunshots that left five people dead in southeast Texas are questioning a 20-year-old man who lived with the victims in the isolated house surrounded by pastureland.
Amarillo College improvements: Science building opens
Amarillo College students won't have to crowd around instructors' tables to see science demonstrations this semester. New labs with demonstration tables in the center of the room provide a clear view for everyone.
AISD social studies standards still an open book
The State Board of Education will continue reviewing standards for social studies in March and May, and students can earn up to four credits toward high school graduation from athletics, Bob Craig told trustees for the Amarillo school district Tuesday.
League to register voters at two sites Saturday
The League of Women Voters will register voters at two Amarillo locations this weekend.
$5B wind plan back in PUC's lap
Staff members at the Public Utility Commission will get to work today trying to please a district judge who threw a $5 billion wind energy transmission plan back to the agency.
Rifle use triggered assault charge
Law enforcement officials are saying they filed a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon against an Amarillo woman because her use of a rifle in defending herself from her husband was excessive.
Documents fault appraisals
WASHINGTON - Supervisors of the Army psychiatrist accused in the massacre at Fort Hood sanitized his performance appraisals in the years before the shootings, according to government documents obtained by The Associated Press that reveal concerns about Nidal Hasan at almost every stage of his Army education.
Much accomplished, but plenty is left to do
Helen Neal remembers as a child the sting of prejudice growing up in Henryetta, Okla., in the 1940s, but also recalls more vividly her mother's soothing words.
Phillips' return as coach likely
ARLINGTON - Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is giving every indication that he is picking up coach Wade Phillips' contract option for the 2010 season, and likely keeping him longer.
Upbeat final meeting
IRVING - Jerry Jones and Wade Phillips stood before the disappointed Dallas Cowboys on Monday and gave them some encouraging words to take into the offseason.
Maxfield expected to be named Sandies coach
Police arrest city man in child porn case
AISD introduces Maxfield as new football coach
Former Tascosa coach to lead Wayland wrestling program
Bennie Vernon Bargas
DALHART - Bennie Vernon Bargas, 91, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Lee R. Johnson
GUYMON, Okla. - Lee R. Johnson, 87, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, in Elkhart, Kan.
Iyana Unique McCallon
CHILDRESS - Iyana Unique McCallon, infant, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, in Lubbock.
Ernest Lee Russell
Ernest Lee Russell, 89, of Amarillo died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Beth Kelly
Beth Kelly, formerly of Amarillo died Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, in Raleigh, N.C.
G. "Doug" Roming
G. "Doug" Roming, 48, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Rebecca Sue Borunda
FRIONA - Rebecca Sue Borunda, 46, died Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, near Pecos.
Anna F. Oliver
Anna F. Oliver, 87, of Amarillo died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Cleta Weemes
HEREFORD - Cleta Weemes, 70, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, in Canyon.
Lois Mae Menke
Lois Mae Menke, 95, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Linda Marie McVay
Linda Marie McVay, 66, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Louise Blaker Taylor
Louise Blaker Taylor, 91, of Amarillo died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Derek Guzman
HEREFORD - Derek Guzman, 22, died Friday, Jan. 15, 2010, in Petersburg.
Charley Sanders
Charley Sanders, 75, of Amarillo died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Lester W. Hopper
Lester W. Hopper, 80, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Bernie Paul Watson
LAKEVIEW - Bernie Paul Watson, 80, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, in Childress.
Peggy Gerleen Thomason
TEXHOMA, Okla. - Peggy Gerleen Thomason, 70, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, in Liberal, Kan.
Ann Smith Watkins
LUBBOCK - Ann Smith Watkins, 83, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010.
Clyde A. Waggoner
TYLER - Clyde A. Waggoner, 95, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010.
Max Dean Rowland
MESA, Ariz. - Max Dean Rowland, 74, died Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010.
Manuel "Joe" Bentancourt
Manuel "Joe" Bentancourt, 56, of Amarillo died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010, in San Antonio.
Leonila Guardiola
SPRINGLAKE - Leonila Guardiola, 80, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Willie James Nash
Willie James Nash, 54, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010, in Minden, La.
Stephen Lee Verdoorn Sr.
DUMAS - Stephen Lee Verdoorn Sr., 58, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Robert "Bob" Hipp
OLTON - Robert "Bob" Hipp, 92, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010.
June Thomas
PAMPA - June Thomas, 67, died Friday, Jan. 15, 2010.
Jessie Emma Flue
FRITCH - Jessie Emma Flue, 97, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, in Panhandle.
Juan Garcia Jr.
BORGER - Juan Garcia Jr., 17, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
June Ann Crowder
June Ann Crowder, 81, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Roy Terry
Roy Terry, 92, of Amarillo died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Ronnie Hoyt Burkett
DUMAS - Ronnie Hoyt Burkett, 59, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010, in Amarillo.
Johnice Bass
Johnice Bass, 73, of Amarillo died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.
Austin Kenneth Maples
DUMAS - Austin Kenneth Maples, 81, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2010.
Sixto Turrubiartes
Sixto Turrubiartes, 66, of Amarillo died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010.
Letter: Take the money, Governor
Gov. Rick Perry announced Thursday that he wouldn't allow the Texas Education Agency to seek a portion of the $4 billion Race to the Top initiative launched by the U.S. Department of Education to stimulate education reform, even though TEA has invested thousands of dollars and hundreds of man-hours in the application process.
Editorial: Pantex 'errs' correctly
When armed men show up on the perimeter of a nuclear weapons storage complex, then you'd better rest assured that the place will react aggressively.
Letter: Red Cross answers call to help Haitians in dire need
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, "The services of the Red Cross demonstrate our nation's tradition of neighbor helping neighbor."
Column - Greg Sagan: Remember us for our compassion
To look at the island nation of Haiti is to look on the face of horror.
Editorial: Hold Haitians accountable
President Obama has turned to a couple of members of one of the world's most exclusive clubs to aid in providing relief for the anguished Haitians struggling to recover from the Jan. 12 earthquake.
Austen the focus of 'Amarillo Reads' program
The Amarillo Public Library, Amarillo Globe-News and Hastings Entertainment kick off the third year of the community reading program, "Amarillo Reads," by celebrating the work of British novelist Jane Austen.
Giving youths opportunities, guidance
Some of the "kids" playing a couple of Kids, Inc. sports sure could use a shave.
ASCA menu
Meals are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Amarillo Senior Citizens Association, 1200 S. Polk St., for a suggested donation of $5 for members, $6 for nonmembers. All meals include salad, dessert and a beverage.
Sign-up Roundup
Kids, Inc. is signing up teams to compete in its Club Basketball, Boys & Girls Division, for third through eighth grades.
Chapter closed on 'Battle of Books': Woodlands finishes 1-2
The Woodlands Book Battlers and Woodlands Whatchamacallits finished 1-2 on Thursday during the "Battle of the Books" at Trinity Baptist Church.
Music brought to the students
A new outreach program initiated by Chamber Music Amarillo and Opportunity School is expected to bring classical music to life for 3- and 4-year-old Amarillo children.
S. Shawn Stephens of Houston, a 1978 graduate of Tascosa High School, was named by Gov. Rick Perry to the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Community briefs
Claudia Stuart and Jean Stuntz, authors of "African Americans in Amarillo," will present and sign their book at the Black Historical Cultural Center, 901 N. Hayden St., at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 as part of the Amarillo Family YMCA Writer's Voice Program.
Nonprofit calendar
The Ceta Canyon Camp will host a Women's Lifesong Retreat. Friday to Sunday.
Wesley menu
Meals are served at Wesley Community Senior Center, 1615 S. Roberts St. Breakfast is served from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Lunch is served at noon. There is a $3 charge. Meals are for seniors 55 and older.
Education briefs
Canyon Independent School District will have its Junior District Spelling Bee at 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Crestview Elementary School, 80 Hunsley Road, Canyon. CISD's Senior District Spelling Bee will be at 2:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at Canyon Junior High School, 910 Ninth Ave., Canyon.
Middle school girls basketball results
Nonprofit briefs
The Christian Relief Fund in Amarillo is helping in the earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Workers are en route and should arrive Thursday in Cap Haitian. The group has a truck loaded with rice, beans and water for residents of Port-au-Prince, the capital.
Column - Bruce Beck: Trying to focus on the positive
Sometimes I just don't feel perky. This week is one of those times.
Middle school boys basketball results
LSC honors WT's Dotson
West Texas A&M men's basketball player Bijan Dotson is the Lone Star Conference Defensive Player of the Week, the conference announced Tuesday.
Lady Buffs seek new start after seeing win streak end
The West Texas A&M Lady Buffs will try to start another basketball win streak when they meet Midwestern State today at Ligon Coliseum in Wichita Falls.
Buffs try to hand MSU second loss of season
The Midwestern State Mustangs opened men's Lone Star Conference play last week by losing to Angelo State.
Buffs will open season against Grand Valley St.
The 2010 football season for the West Texas A&M Buffs features a season-opener at the second-best team in the nation last year and five teams that qualified for the NCAA Division II playoffs.
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