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Why The Fourth Branch Of The US Government Needs To Be Abolished, And Why "Authority" Should Never Be Trusted Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:24AMYesterday we presented Dylan Grice's thoughts on why economists and their opinions should be summarily dismissed as nothing but mere noise on the steep downward slope of a series of failed "authoritarian" policy decisions, which seek to validate one false choice after another, by presenting a hypothetical and fallacious counter-outcome as a certain reality (just consider the "apocalypse" we ...
Not a drop to drink Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:19AMThe rapid drop in Ames’ water-tower levels that led to the shutdown of the city’s distribution system during the August flood was made worse by the fact that workers spent hours closing off the wrong water main.
AMARANTE ON TV: 9/11 specials continue to grip us (video) Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:16AMIt’s more than just Labor Day weekend, when we celebrate the cherished idea of working for a living and when so many folks raise money in the MDA Telethon hosted by that 20th-century film funny man. It’s also the start of 9/11 week, when we recall the horror of the attacks on New York and our nation’s capital.
DSU to host women conference Wednesday Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:07AMDelta State University’s Center for Community and Economic Development, the College of Business’ Small Business Development Center and AmeriCorps*VISTA Project ASSETS are the sponsors of the Second Annual Business Conference for Women & Minorities.
Kingston native Cory Greenwood cracks NFL roster in Kansas City Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:57AMKingston-born linebacker Cory Greenwood has made the Kansas City Chiefs' 53-man active roster. A Regiopolis-Notre Dame graduate, Greenwood is believed to be the first Kingston high school product to crack a National Football League roster after training camp cuts.[...]
Kyron Horman's dad acts as if missing Oregon boy will start school Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:54AMPORTLAND, Ore. — His son’s backpack is stuffed with school supplies. Bus passes sit next to a bus schedule. All is ready for the first day of classes on Tuesday.
Fort Collins tourism rises, but spending falls Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:52AMAs summer fades into fall, Fort Collins says farewell to its peak tourist season, which saw a slight increase in visitors over last year.
City Plans Budget, Tax Rate Hearings Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:51AMCity of Fredericksburg public hearings on both the effective tax rate and proposed 2010-2011 budget are scheduled for Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Gillespie County Law Enforcement Center conference room.
PORT AUTHORITY BOARD TO MEET; OFFICE CLOSED Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:43AMCOSHOCTON -- The Coshocton Port Authority Board of Directors will meet at 5 p.m. Thursday in the conference room of The Progress Center, 401 Main St. The meeting is open to the public.
The Minister of Defense mixes sermons with sacks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:39PMBy PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer Ray Drew knew he needed to get a little nastier on the football field, even if that attitude conflicted with an even greater passion.
Business incubator coming to Eagle Mountain Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:39PMEAGLE MOUNTAIN -- Eagle Mountain is working on an innovative small-business incubator program they hope will be a model for the nation.
Rifle looks to make strides in 2010 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:36PMRifle head football coach Damon Wells watches over a recent practice. Head coach: Damon Wells, first year (was also the team's head coach from 2005-07).
The Minister of Defense mixes sermons with sacks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:35PMA 2010 photo shows defensive end Ray Drew in Thomasville, Ga. Photo: Thomasville Times-Enterprise, Clint Thompson / AP Ray Drew knew he needed to get a little nastier on the football field, even if that attitude conflicted with an even greater passion.
The Minister of Defense mixes sermons with sacks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:30PMRay Drew knew he needed to get a little nastier on the football field, even if that attitude conflicted with an even greater passion.
Edgar County Court News – Probable cause for felony domestic battery charge Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:22PMGARY HENRYghenry@parisbeacon.com
American teen Capra upsets 18th-seeded Rezai Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:21PMKathy Willens Beatrice Capra of the United States returns the ball to Aravane Rezai of France at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010. Capra beat Rezai 7-5, 2-6, 6-3.
Fire out, no sheen visible at Gulf oil platform Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:16PMA fire on a well connected to an oil and gas production platform in the Gulf of Mexico is out and there is no indication of an oil sheen, the U.S. Coast Guard said Thursday.
Area football geared up for 2010 season openers Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:16PMBY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent With the start of the football season less than two weeks away, optimism is high at several area high schools that are looking forward to strong campaigns. read more
Preps Plus/Roundup Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:41AMThe Sonora Wildcats soccer team lost a 2-1 road decision at Riverbank on Tuesday. Riverbank got on the board first and led 1-0 at halftime. They made it 2-0 before the Wildcats started to come back. Cameron Armas made a nice move at the top of the box to beat a couple of defenders. Armas dished the ball to Sal Villafana who found the back of the net from approximately 15 yards away. “They got on ...
LSU's CB Peterson adds return duty to his game Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:35AMBATON ROUGE -- LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis is known for converting defensive backs into linebackers to get more speed on the field with the sacrifice of some size.
La Quinta up for municipal award for Vista Dunes Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:34AMThe following is from the “Items of Interest” memo City Manager Thomas Genovese sent to city officials and directors Aug. 26. It has been edited for style and length.
Brentwood: Bauer set to lead in new conference confines Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:30AMCory Bauer assumed the role of Brentwood's starting quarterback midway through the 2008 season. read more »
Clippers’ success a testament to team’s hard work Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29AMMount Pleasant certainly appeared to warrant its preseason No. 5 ranking in Class 3A. The program has a hall of fame pedigree, a hall of fame coach and two Division I recruits on the current roster. Even after a disappointing 5-4 season a year ago, the Panthers appeared ready to rebound.
Baldwin: Football team bigger, stronger, more confident Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29AMYear Two of the Jim Wehner tenure at Baldwin has commenced. The difference between his first year as Baldwin's head coach, and his second year, is like ... well, night and day. read more »
Pine-Richland: Rams reloaded for return to playoffs Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29AMLate last fall, the Pine-Richland Rams found themselves in an unfamiliar place when the playoffs opened — on the outside looking in. read more »
Seneca Valley: Raiders ready to make positive statement, plan on playoff berth Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29AMOften an afterthought in the Northern Seven Conference, Seneca Valley head coach Don Holl is changing the culture in Raider Nation. read more »
Ex-Red Wing Chris Chelios' conditioning still legendary around Joe Louis Arena Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:27AMChris Chelios raised the bar when it came to off-season conditioning and overall physical fitness while with the Red Wings in 1999-2009. Chelios, 48, retired from the NHL on Tuesday and accepted a job with the Wings as a special adviser.
Storm ready for next step Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:49PMSEATTLE -- When the Seattle Storm were on their way to a fifth straight first-round WNBA playoff loss in 2009, Le'Coe Willingham was on her way to a third appearance in the finals -- and her first championship -- as she and the Phoenix Mercury won it all.
Out of rubble of Haiti hotel, online family is born as Facebookers vow to leave no one behind Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:49PMPORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — The desperate quest to find loved ones started just minutes after the earthquake, as cell phones rang unanswered from beneath the rubble of Haiti's best hotel.
Leopards try to live up to tradition Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:43PMSMITHSBURG Tradition is like a circle.
Texas State unveils plans to expand Bobcat Stadium Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:40PMTexas State unveils plans to expand Bobcat Stadium
Players to Watch Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:37PMTony Smith
Atherton, Bentley beat GAC newbies Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:36PMBY DAN NILSEN 810-452-2648 • DNILSEN@MIHOMEPAPER.COM BURTON — Atherton’s defense stepped up big and the Wolverines posted their first season-opening football victory since 2004 with a 13- 7 win over visiting Webberville last Friday. read more
Post-cancer, foot injury, Herzlich back for BC Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:22PMBOSTON — Cancer kept Mark Herzlich out for all of last season, and a stress fracture in his foot this summer threatened to delay the Boston College linebacker's return to the field. But Herzlich returned to practice this week and said on Wednesday he expects to play in Saturday's opener against Weber State.
Raises for workers re-rejected in Denville Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:19PMDENVILLE TWP. - The Township Council unanimously voted down introduction of six salary ordinances for police and other municipal workers last Tuesday, Aug. 17, in front of an audience packed with cops and workers who then filed silently out of the packed room.
Vancouver woman burned by acid thrown in face Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:19PMA 28-year-old Vancouver, Wash., woman suffered severe burns Monday when a stranger threw acid in her face.
City budget balancing act Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:33PMThe North Platte Telegraph It's a balancing act that goes beyond money coming in and money going out. For a city like North Platte to run as efficiently as possible, officials say, the mayor and City Council must not only look at revenues and expenses, but also at ways to provide the services their constituents are accustomed to without breaking the taxpayer's backs.
Rezoning, roads hot topics for county plan Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:32PMThe North Platte Telegraph Rezoning, building permits and road maintenance were the primary concerns discussed during a public meeting Wednesday about Lincoln County's Comprehensive Plan. City planner Judy Clark said she would like to see more industrial zoning.
Tax levy down, property values up Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:31PMThe North Platte Telegraph Property owners could see a slight decrease in the amount of taxes they pay to the city of North Platte if the 2010-11 budget is approved as submitted.
49ers blog: Harsh words between Davis, Crabtree expose 'elephant' in the room Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:31PM"There are no more elephants in the room," Mike Singletary said today. "The elephant was exposed."
Injured La Jolla teen's dad says 'system at fault' for allowing repeat offenders on streets Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:29PMThe father of the most seriously injured of three teens struck by a vehicle in Bird Rock on Aug. 15 has raised issues stemming from the incident that he said he believes the community and authorities ought to address. Alani Aguerre, 14, was still in intensive care on Wednesday but had been taken off the ventilator in her intensive-care room, her father Santiago Aguerre said Tuesday. Aguerre said ...
Airport Authority asks for $890,400 in property tax $$ Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:27PMThe North Platte Telegraph The North Platte Airport Authority is asking the city council to approve $890,400 in property tax request for the 2010-11 fiscal year, down slightly more than 1 percent from 2009-10.
Plans on track for $1 million terminal expansion at Charlevoix Municipal Airport Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:20PMMatt MikusSpecial to the Courier Plans remain on track for a $1 million terminal expansion project at the Charlevoix Municipal Airport to better service commercial flights and the community. The expansion is scheduled to begin in late 2011.
Kaczala widow accuses Lopez of "cronyism" as auditor race heats up Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:16PMBLADE STAFF Gina Marie Kaczala, the Republican candidate for Lucas County auditor, on Wednesday accused her Democratic opponent of filling her staff with friends and political cronies. Ms. Kaczala, widow of the late Larry Kaczala, who was county auditor from 1993 to 2007, is running to replace Democrat Anita Lopez in the Nov. 2 election. In a news conference in front of Government Center ...
Vernon Davis, Michael Crabtree exit practice after exchanging words Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:07PMThis time, Mike Singletary went with Vernon Davis into the locker room after the tight end lost control of his emotions.The 49ers coach reportedly escorted his Pro Bowl tight end and wide receiver Michael Crabtree off the field after the...
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Red Panthers move to 2-0 with 38-12 victory over Tigers Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:31AMThe pre-game scuttlebutt on the Red Panthers was that they had not taken this game very seriously, and their lack of performance in the first half of the game, including three fumbles and an interception, seemed to prove the talk correct. Yet, they still managed to pull off a 38-12 victory over the S. V. Marshall Tigers of Tchula.
Iran has started production of two missile boats, at one of which will be deployed in the Caspian Sea, Iran's defense ... Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:28AMIRAN kicked off mass production of two classes of high-speed missile-launching assault boats today, warning its enemies not to "play with fire" as it boosts security along its coastline...
Pacquiao says Margarito 'aware of illegal wraps' Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:27AMManny Pacquiao says he believes Antonio Margarito tried to use illegal hand wraps in his last US fight which resulted in the Mexican boxer being banned from the sport for one year.
King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre at Jordan Re-Launched Under Hilton Hotels & Resorts Brand Management Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:27AMHilton Worldwide has commenced management of Jordan's Dead Sea King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre, one of the largest convention centre's in the Middle East region. The reflagged convention centre will now operate under the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand. With almost 5,000 square meters of meeting space and 23,000 square meters of build-up area spread over 25 conference and meeting rooms ...