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Why I'm a phony. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:45AMI love the Gameinformer Online Community. Its so amazing hearing all of your guy's experience with classic video games. Were all gamers. But I find that I'm not as great of a gamer as I think I am. I'm actually quite a phony. I was never able to save a princes, or do a barrel roll. My parents never raised me on video games, even though they grew up on the stuff themselves. My mom and dad met by ...
Welcome, New Members | A look at the history of evolution of Tulsa's downtown social clubs Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:11AMDecades ago, Archie and Gladys stood in the Tulsa Club cloakroom, ready to take wraps from the porcelain shoulders of its well-heeled members. Now, the Bruce Goff-designed building is sound but tarnished, boarded up, covered in graffiti and slumped on the corner of Fifth Street and Cincinnati Avenu... By JENNIE LLOYD.
Camp is in session Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:04AMThirty children ages 6-14 showed off their basketball skills, while learning new ones during the Northshore Summer Basketball Camp, which took place Monday-Thursday.
Borders' demise to ripple through Metro economy Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:22AMThe effects of liquidating 40-year-old Borders Group Inc. will trickle down throughout communities in Metro Detroit and nationwide, boosting unemployment and vacancy rates, experts said Tuesday.
Randy Proctor joins Bankers Hall of Fame Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:07PMAs Linda Navarro and other selection committee members sifted through nominations for the Oregon Bankers Association Hall of Fame, Randy Proctor stood out for his love of community. “We heard stories of him always offering a helping hand,” said Navarro, president and CEO of the Oregon ...
Tribe weighs options as Trade Deadline nears Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:02PMTribe weighs options as Trade Deadline nears
Salvation Army Raises Money for Minot Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:46PMJennifer Joas | 7/19/2011 Christmas in July is typically a light and fun celebration. But this year, it`s taken on a more serious tone, as the Williston Salvation Army is trying to raise money for the Minot relief effort.
Pat Benatar - Pat Benatar Planning Christmas Album And Jesus Christ Novel Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:45PMRock icon Pat Benatar has become the latest star to get festive with a planned Christmas album. The Love is a Battlefield tells Billboard. com she's currently gathering material for a 2012 holiday album. She says, "We have a lot of traditional things,...
Celtics scheduled to open Nov. 2 vs. Cavaliers Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:14PMBOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics are scheduled to start their 2011-12 season at home against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Nov. 2.
PRINCETON: Princeton images on Revolution website Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:27PMPrincetonâs American Revolution roots are featured in the first installment of images in a new online photo library launched by the Crossroads of the American Revolution Association.
Discounts are always a draw but remember, if the deal is too good to be true... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:04PMVouchers – online or printed – are a thriving business in times of austerity
thursday, july 21 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:30PMSwan Lake Tchaikovsky's romantic classic about the fate of a swan princess. Performed by St. Petersburg's Ballet Theater. Avrora concert hall, 5/2 Pirogovskaya Naberezhnaya, Hotel St. Petersburg. M. Ploshchad Lenina. Tel. 579 0226, 966 3776. www.balet-spb.ru, 8 p.m.
Cooper and Castro Combine To Help Spikes Cruise To 5-1 Win Over 'Cutters Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:16PMSTATE COLLEGE, PA - The State College Spikes took control early against the Williamsport Crosscutters, scoring three runs in the first inning and letting strong pitching from Jordan Cooper and Orlando Castro carry them to a 5-1 win against the ‘Cutters on Monday night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.
Nametag queen has de-signs on half billion Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:32PMMarla Kott is the chief executive officer of Richmond’s Imprint Plus, a company that has become a key international player in making reusable nametags.
Nice day for a parade Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:08PMThe North Platte Telegraph It was raining candy Saturday in downtown North Platte, and the children were scrambling with plastic bags and buckets to gather it up. But candy is just part of the fun of the Nebraskaland Days Parade.
The Zone baseball facility strikes out with Woodspring Forest neighbors Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:52PMSome Woodspring Forest residents say the 40-50 foot fence surrounding the newly-built baseball fields at The Zone, home to Dynasty Baseball, is not enough to keep errant baseballs away from their home
Economists reject rates drop prediction Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:11PMA growing number of economists are rejecting a Westpac forecast that interest rates will begin dropping by the end of the year.Westpac's chief economist Bill Evans says rates could be cut as soon as ...
Tim Kawakami: U.S. women gracious in defeat Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:34PMIf something is worth winning, it is worth losing, too, though the U.S. women s soccer team assuredly was not quite feeling that Sunday evening.
Christmas donations already being accepted for children in need Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:18PMIt may not be Christmas anytime soon, but some area residents are already making sure children in need will have one this year.
Rebekah Brooks released after being arrested in phone-hacking scandal Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:13PMRupert Murdoch's former British CEO jhas been released from custody after being arrested over the recent News of the World phone hacking scandal
From King Lear to Potter: A Guide to News Corp Literary Analogies Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:06PMThe scandal surrounding News Corp. has taken on epic proportions. The cast of characters involved is fascinating and the plot turns ever more multifaceted. There are unseen twists, dark secrets, meteoric rises, and bitter tragedies. So it's natural that writers and journalists, otherwise at a loss for a way in which to describe the dramatic fallout, are turning increasingly to literature. This ...
Rebekah Brooks plunges from power monger to pariah Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:58PMRupert Murdoch’s confidante and one of Britain’s top female executives is now figure of scorn and even parody
Walking a mile for one soldier Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:32PM195 km walk to support battle-scarred Afghan veteran
Sir Paul Stephenson resigns over phone hacking scandal Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:17PMThe Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Paul Stephenson fell on his sword over his links with former News of the World deputy editor Neil Wallis.
A round-tripper for the true fan Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:40AMCOOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - You have time to think while on the road to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. And you will be on the road, because there is no airport in Cooperstown.
How to have a great garage sale Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:33AMArrange your garage sale to allow for easy browsing. (Max Faulkner/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/MCT) Published: Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 3:30 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, July 15, 2011 at 1:42 p.m.
Air Jamaica: end of an era Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:17AMA technical error resulted in sections of this article being omitted when it was first published on July 8. Here is the article in its entirety.
If you can't have the patience of a preschool teacher, you can at least have the same strategies Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:05AMToday is the beginning of my last three days at the Boston Globe, ending 19 years as the Globe's...
Parker: Retiring marketing man has many irons in the fire Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:03AMDyce, 51, who recently dialed down his duties to half time after 23 years with the city, is launching four new businesses that will allow him to indulge in two passions: music and flying.
Codfather's Seafood restaurant is Taunton's new fishy business Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:00AMThere’s a new seafood takeout joint in town with a strong local connection and an even catchier motto and logo. Codfather’s Seafood had its soft opening a week ago this past Wednesday.
Nelson Mandela turns 93: 'Our grandfather, the world's hero' Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 1:58AMFor most South Africans, the disappearance of Nelson Mandela from public life has been a source of sadness - but for his family, it has been an opportunity finally to get to know him, writes Aislinn Laing in Johannesburg.
Upscale Samâs Club will join River Chase development Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 1:26AMStirling Properties has contracted with Sam’s Club to sell about 16.5 acres of slated retail property behind the theater and other retail areas of River Chase for a Sam’s Club store, said Stirling vice president for development Townsend Underhill.
Indie Focus: 'Farewell' Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:59PMChristian Carion's film dramatizes a little-known saga of Cold War espionage. Christian Carion's film dramatizes a little-known saga of Cold War espionage.
How To Print Your Own Holiday Temporary Tattoos Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:48PMPrint your own festive temporary tattoos using your home inkjet or laser printer.
Spirituality In Everyday Life: It's in the Bible! Um, No It's Not. Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:33PMBefore you read this column, please open a Bible to find the book of 2nd Hesitations.
7-16 Calendar: Edmond senior center Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:28PMMonday 9 a.m.: *Tai Chi 10:30 a.m.: Lunch Out 1 p.m.: * Tap for Fun 2:15 p.m.: Jazzercise Lite
Edmond churches join 111 Project Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:13PMA leaflet at the Edmond LifeChurch campus encourages the holder to pray for Solomon, age 13, that God will bring a positive outcome to his situation and that he will learn of God’s unfailing love. It also contains a Bible verse: “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give hope and a future.’” (Jeremiah 29:11, NIV)
Water rationing ends for Edmond Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:00PMFour days of mandatory water rationing by the City of Edmond and Deer Creek have ended after the Overholser water treatment plant returned to service for Oklahoma City, said Ashleigh Clark, public information officer.
Edmond school bond bids reach historic low Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:00PMEdmond Board of Education members voted to accept the lowest bid for the $9.4 million General Obligation Building Bonds, Series 2011 Thursday morning. The bid was from Piper Jaffray out of Minneapolis, Minn. at an average rate of interest of 1.445000 percent.
Hatley is latest gas card winner Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:00PMMIchael Hatley, the latest winner of The Edmond Sun’s summer gas card giveaway.
FTSE live: market report - as it happened July 13, 2011 Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:53AMThe FTSE 100 put an end to its losing streak as heavyweight miners gained ground and Burberry bounded ahead on an upbeat trading update.
Weekend Guide Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:50AMA list of things to do this weekend.
With family, love is . . . Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:41AMLove is a getting a child’s handmade birthday or Christmas card. Love is discovering that by forcing you to play strictly according to the rules of a card game or board game, your kid is ruining your chances of twisting the rules to help them win.
The professional Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:35AMThe governor’s mansion in Hartford is a lovely old home near Elizabeth Park. It was built in 1909 by a wealthy doctor in Georgian revival style — understated, warm, and symmetrical.
The best thing a bout this Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:29PMIn reply to A Nat Who Can't Make Up Her Mind : The best thing a bout this piece is her picture. Sorry Adam but changing ones mind as one’s circumstances is largely the norm. Only bigots, zealots and fools don’t adjust to changing times. Of course she’ll tow the party line…..The implicit assumption that if you join a party you agree with all party policy is naive. Clearly we disagree with the ...
Oh Fiona, You’ve done it Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:29PMIn reply to The Aftermath : Oh Fiona, You’ve done it again. Astute and amusing. Love the subliminal Muslim bit about shoes. Hmm I wonder a Muslim equivalent of a Freudian slip on Tony’s part…Is he a sleeper agent for …you know who? Well he does have the classic signs More Aussie than Chesty Bond. Unable to string sentences together with out having to plan…. No policies …..want’s to wreck the ...
Festival of Quilts scheduled this weekend Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:22PMSALEM - Every stitch tells a story, every square reveals a theme and along with the quilter's ability to use color, fabric and design, that's what judges study when deciding which quilt wins a ribbon.
Moose hosts pork feed Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:54AMThe North Platte Telegraph The tantalizing aroma of barbecued pork drifted across the east side of town Thursday afternoon as the Moose Lodge 551 prepared enough food to feed more than 2,000 people.
Dog-gone good show Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:50AMDeKALB – Unlike most dog shows she attends, when her dog’s competition was over last Saturday, Debbie Davenport of DeKalb went home.
Le Havre: review Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:25AMLike Father Christmas, director Aki Kaurismaki regularly emerges from Finland bearing gifts.