Drew Maggi hit a towering home run to left-center field in the 12th inning Sunday night to lift the Arizona State Sun Devils past the Arkansas Razorbacks and into the College World Series. Maggi’s two-run homer, his fifth of the season, was the difference in the Sun Devils’ 7-5 victory, which gave them a 2-0 […]

    Gungywamp, near Groton, Connecticut is the location of several stone chambers and configurations that could have been formed by Celtic monks, early Celtic explorers, Native Americans, soldiers, or maybe just colonial sheep farmers.  Many theories and controversies exist and no one really knows for sure.  (Sounds a lot like Stonehenge from across the […]

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street.’ is one of the most enduring franchises in horror movie history. The documentary ‘Never Sleep Again The Elm Street Legacy’ is a complete history of the amazing horror films that makes up the Elm Street saga.  This documentary is 4 hours long, making it the most complete doc about the […]

Jimmy Buffett, possibly the world’s most popular beach bum, is showing his support for the residents and wildlife affected by the disaster that BP has caused to the Gulf Coast area. He has firmly expressed his disgust for the situation and his commitment to the Gulf Coast states and disaster relief efforts. Last week Buffett […]

If you love me, keep my commandments. John 10:11-18 (King James Version) 11I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. 12But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf […]

The Canadian fight for recognition under the law Canadian women owe their status as women and “persons” to five brave Alberta women of the early 20th century. These women are often referred to as the “famous five”. Their names are Emily Murphy, Nellie, McClung, Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney, and Henrietta Muir Edwards. Incredible as it […]

This is the final weekend of spring.  Monday marks the Summer Solstice, not only the longest day of the year, but the official start of summer.  While it may say spring on the calendar, it will certainly feel like summer outside.  Luckily for Columbus, this week’s events are as hot as the weather will be! […]

  Some Christians, from the time of Christ to today look at the book of Genesis (and a large part of the Bible in general) as an allegory. One of the most widely acclaimed is/was Origen, a disciple of St. Clement of Alexandria, who lived from 183-253 A.D. For those not familiar, Origen was a […]

Calvin Borel, Todd Pletcher and WinStar lauded a landmark win. Jockey Calvin Borel guided Super Saver through the pack on a muddy 1.25-mile track to win the 2010 Kentucky Derby by 2 ½ on Saturday, May 1st, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The $2 million Run for the Roses victory marked the first Kentucky […]

The issue of children’s overall health and well-being has had multiple definitions and interpretations.  A countless number of psychologists and academic professionals have attempted to dissect its underlying involvements and implications, as the ultimate definition of human mental and physical health has continued to remain an almost unassailable mystery.  One of the most prominent psychological […]

Hey all, just had a minute to give you the headlines of the day before my lunch and spa day with Bono and Madonna, (shut up with your laughing, I totally am) so here’s what’s going on around these here interwebs. 1. Hawks Win! Hawks Win! – Hear that San Jose? Do you HEAR that? […]

Are you yearning to venture out on your first post-baby date with your significant other, but nervous about trusting that your babysitter is well-prepared? Being comfortable with your caregiver’s preparedness will provide peace of mind, so you can enjoy date-night and reconnect. Do you have a potential babysitter in mind, and want to be positive […]

I look on the corners; under the overpasses; down the street and up the road. As I glance around the city; and take a glimpse of the neighborhoods; I peek at what people are doing and I stare to see the pain.  Do I dare speak out about what I see; do I dare reach […]

The spread of oil through the Gulf of Mexico may be limited over the next few days due to light winds and increased oil captured by BP’s cap on the broken pipe.  The live video feed below still shows spilling oil, but Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen stated that the collected oil is now up […]

“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?” (Matthew 7:3) We can’t always expect honest communications with non-believers, but as Christians, we should be able to communicate openly and honestly with each other. In doing so, however, we need […]

visit www.IndigoLifeDesigns.com to learn more & to book your private phone session   ARIES You might as well whistle while you work as career life may feel volcanic as the week begins. You may still be feeling like the confident you regardless, and necessary.    Mid-week you may feel challenged to bring your dreams and wishes forth […]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, God has blessed me to have had some awesome mentors in my life. One of them was the CEO of a large company and he said, “There is never any excuse for people to be rude.” Rudeness is wrong; plain and simple. I thought about that […]

While many schools in Nashville and the surrounding Middle Tennessee areas are still forced to remain closed due to horrific flooding conditions several outlying schools attempted to open their doors today. Several schools such as Friendship Christian Academy in Lebanon TN, Sumner Academy and Saint John Vianney in Gallatin TN opened their doors today and […]

Gone are the days of just leisurely going on a walk.  Now, your dog must be socialized, harmonized and friendly. Socializing your dog is a daily task. As you stroll down 2nd street or friendly street USA, you must make sure that your dog is sociable to other dogs as well as to adults and […]

The Crocker Art Museum has completed construction of a 125,000-square-foot expansion designed by Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects (GSAA). Opening to the public on October 10, 2010, the Teel Family Pavilion will more than triple the Museum’s current size and enhance its role as a cultural resource for California and the state’s many visitors. One […]

This week, The Humane Society of the United States filed a complaint asking the Federal Trade Commission to stop Rose Acre Farms, the country’s second-largest egg producer, from making false and misleading animal welfare claims to potential consumers. The complaint documents how Rose Acre’s websites, media spokespersons, and product posters claim that Rose Acre provides […]

Prepared by the Livingston CA Police Department on May 7, 2010 00:24 Business Check 300 Block of Joseph Gallo Dr 00:46 Area Check 1000 Block of Orchard Wy 00:55 Suspicious Person 500 Block of Vina Ct 01:14 Out At 800 Block of Maple Av 03:46 Area Check 800 Block of Prusso St 03:47 School Checks […]

According to the experts from PBS’s Antiques Roadshow’s Department of Taking the Fun out of Everything, you shouldn’t call an article of clothing “vintage” until it is at least 30 years old. The good news is that you can still find some amazing pre-1980 clothing out there if you dig a little. But if you […]

I found this great article from Atlanta Business Chronicle. This is a really encouraging article that shows how a strong support system is a valuable asset to success. Dan Marino has been extremely successful in his career and running his own business. It’s apparent that the support of friends and family has helped him all […]

Carlton Marshall was working as a police officer when he was shot in the neck while assisting federal authorities serve a warrant in October 2007 at the home of a drug dealer. Marshall was sitting in a wheelchair inside the North Texas courtroom this week when the jury sentenced Marisela Villa to 45 years in prison for […]

Whew!!! It is not even summer yet in Atlanta, Georgia and yet, its nickname, “Hotlanta” is truly earning its fame.  For nearly the past week, the Atlanta area as well as surrounding cities and states have been under a high pressure that has remained in effect and leaving the people of the southeast in a […]

As yet another reminder of how deep into the abyss the Illinois GOP has plunged, consider this: Not even the delicious spectacle of former Democrat Governor Rod Blagojevich’s pending trial makes every state Republican giddy. “It’s just an embarrassment that the state has to go through this. It’s certainly something that will be politically good […]

This is the time of year when local communities have a lot of home and garden tours and art tours (studios). Sometimes these tours are fundraisers for various community projects, and may involve local restaurants providing samples of their menues at the stops along the tour. Sometimes, too, there is a little café set up when you finish […]

Greetings from Albuquerque, New Mexico! One of the biggest lessons most real estate investors learn early on is that the people to learn from are those with real experience. Many ‘new’ investors start with books and ‘boot camps’ and in some cases, that works well with residential investing. But with commercial real estate, the stakes […]

<Teen Rescue>   IF YOU LIKE THIS ARTICLE: Family breakdown and minor sex trafficking in the United States Local teens are vulnerable to domestic human trafficking in San Diego Make your birthday wish for human trafficking victims  Many Americans found “Taken”, the movie about an American teenage girl who traveled to Europe and sold to […]

Tulowitzki grows a mullet for the kids Every July, Major League Baseball’s best head to one stadium for a weekend full of fun and competition. This year, the festivities are taking place at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. and the Rockies need your help getting there! Each year fans get the opportunity to vote for […]

I was once again watching John Stossel’s show.  This latest episode was on “free trade”, and talked a lot about the myth of “trade deficits” being a bad thing.  Yet, the show missed the biggest, and (to me) most obvious point. Stossel was very good at defending free trade, and exposed Lou Dobbs as a source of a […]

You know you love animals, but that is the problem.  You love all species and breeds, big and small, carnivores and herbivores, old and young.  Consequently, you cannot decide which pet is really for you.  The solution?  Become a foster parent to different animals so that you may discover which animal fits best into your […]

At this point, if you’re offended by Family Guy, allow me to welcome you out of your coma.  The show’s been on the air for going on a decade, filled to the breaking point with jokes about rape, the Holocaust, and child molesters, yet still people seem to surface with each new episode claiming that […]

Yesterday, we published a report about local animal shelters in and around Nashville that have been affected by the Nashville flood. Today things are looking bright for the animals and generous donors are showing up in droves to drop off goods. “Thank you so much for your support!” Metro Nashville Animal Control was up and running today as donations were […]

Monday, June 14– Garden Arts & Crafts for Kids from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Gilroy Demonstration Garden.  Free. Monday, June 14 – Flag Day  was first celebrated in 1877 for the flag’s 100th birthday.  The red, white and blue flag was officially adopted by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. Monday, […]

href=”http://www.statcounter.com/drupal/” src=”http://c.statcounter.com/5884785/0/72f3493a/1/”   Vacations are fun, but frequently stressful, particularly for your four legged companions. Whether you’re travelling by car or plane, you want to ensure your pets are safe and comfortable. Accidents and mistakes can happen, as was seen last week when actor John Travolta’s two dogs were killed on an airport tarmac after […]

11 seconds. That’s how long it took for Josh “Lightnin” Whiteman to dispatch his last opponent Kyle Peters at AFC 71. If you happened to sneeze or check your text messages during the match, you might have missed it. It was a swift left jab to set up a deadly right hand. “I threw a […]

  Sausalito makes a perfect day trip from San Francisco via the ferry or by bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, for the more adventurous. However, once you arrive in this Mediterranean inspired city, you may be reluctant to leave. In the Insider’s Guide to Sausalito part 1 we discovered the myriad of things to […]

Each individual has several learning styles that create the most effective means of incorporating new information. There are four major learning styles: visual, auditory, tactile and kinesthetic. Everyone has a primary and at least one secondary learning style they prefer. Visual is what we see. It may include watching someone perform a skill or seeing […]

Jonathon Gomez of Twin Falls, Idaho will make his first NASCAR K&N Pro Series start on a road course this weekend at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, CA. But firsts are nothing new for the 27-year old competitor as each race this season has brought something new to the team. The Thunder Valley Casino Resort “200” […]

Before the discovery of gold and the mad rush to California that followed, the tiny 37-foot long steamboat Sitka left San Francisco on November 28, 1847 and docked on December 4 at the embarcadero near what would soon become Sacramento. Hauled down in pieces from Alaska by William Leidesdorff, an early California trader, it was […]

Civic Groups requested that a lawsuit be reopened on the basis of faulty ridership and revenue analysis not previously made public by the California High Speed Rail Authority.  The petition alleges that the ridership projections used by the Authority as the basis of its selection of the Pacheco Pass route did not come from the ridership model […]

Dragon Quest, released in 1986, is not the first role-playing game released on consoles – however, it set the template that nearly every Japanese RPG has followed since its release. Random encounters, turn-based battles, gaining experience points to level up, gaining gold to purchase better weapons and armor, traveling across an overworld map and through […]

Last weekend there was an Earthdog competition in Clinton on Whidbey Island and there will be another one this weekend in case you missed it the first time. What is Earthdog? Well basically it all started with the badger – the primary reason for the Dachshund breed. Our furry little friends were the breed of […]

Met by organized non-humanitarians wielding knives and metal rods, Israeli commandos tried crowd-control methods.  However, the mob seized an Israeli’s pistol and shot at least one commando.  That is when the troops opened fire, to save themselves. Casualty figures may be higher than first estimated.  The ships were urged to turn back or unload cargo […]

There’s the stomach cramps from drinking some high test energy drink that you have never drank before a race…ever…  Then there’s the inner dialog, the debate about whether to maintain a race pace, or to “ride your own race” usually ending up in a schizophrenic squabble so loud that one has to start singing a […]

I received my Shadowscapes Tarot last Friday and have studiously been looking at each card and the artwork since I got them. This is an absolutely gorgeous deck! I read some reviews that were less than favorable, stating that these cards were “too busy” but I found that not to be the case as I […]

“Genealogy without documentation is mythology.” So wrote Dee Gibson-Roles for the Old Buncombe County Genealogical Society recently in their Asheville, NC, Citizen-Times.com Family History Column. This is a fun and serious topic cussed and discussed by every family historian and genealogist and at genealogy meeting and conferences across the world nearly every month, if not […]

MAFCU Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union (www.mafcu.org ) recently hosted a new seminar in its small business university. The small business university (www.smallbissuniversity.com ) is a non-accredited monthly seminar series that discusses topics relevant to small and mid-sized businesses. The series is free of charge and you have the flexibility to attend as many of the […]

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a serious and often life-threatening disorder that is characterized by severe emotional pain and difficulties managing emotions. The problems associated with BPD include impulsivity (including suicidality and self-harm), severe negative emotion such as anger and/or shame, chaotic relationships, an extreme fear of abandonment, and accompanying difficulties maintaining a stable and […]

Memorial Day weekend was beautiful. And if you were anything like me and my family, you enjoyed getting out in the sun. But good parents take steps to protect their children – and themselves – from the world’s most common cancer. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., two-thirds of Chicago […]

One notion I run into when people are trying to justify “immigration” control is that of “citizenship gives us rights“, and you can’t just give those rights to anyone.  This is so wrong. “Citizenship” is like any other membership, it can neither add to your rights, nor take away from them.  It can give you […]

News & Commentary from the Crossroads of Faith & Media: WATCHDOG A-TEAM FORMS GROUP TO OPPOSE COMEDY CENTRAL’S JCRead Story.  The new association is called CARB and it has nothing to do with the food police.  Instead the Coalition Against Religious Bigotry is concerned with the menu being offered on your cable box.  Their first […]

10: Skywatcher Adept: It is easy to underestimate the power of levelers, especially one that starts off attacking for only one. However, the Adept becomes a Wind Drake on turn three and will force your opponent to go running for a solution in the later game. 9: Knight of Cliffhaven: While Glory Seeker quickly becomes […]

With so many places to vacation, how can you possibly choose one destination over another? Here are four tips to narrow down the infinite list of options without compromising your vacation must-haves. What’s your budget? Establishing your budget up front will prevent you from spending unnecessary time researching vacation options and packages that are beyond […]

Blood reddened the top of Michael Monroe’s blonde head of hair just a few nights earlier during an intimate show at the John Varvatos Studio (formerly CBGBs). At some point, the towering rocker knocked his head on the low-lying speakers—not the biggest stage for such a big personality. Officially his first show in New York […]

The area I live in, outside Seattle, is very interesting.  Indian Reservations surround us. There are opportunities to visit long-houses and see totem poles. Sometimes you feel as if you’ve been transported back in time.  I asked author, DiAnn Mills if she’s been influenced by the West in her books: “As a young girl, I […]

Nashville is quite possibly one of the most charming and distinctly diverse cities in the States.  Although it’s known as the hub of country music, this thriving metropolitan is called home by musicians of all genres.  Unfortunately, Nashville is currently facing catastrophic destruction due to the massive flooding that this town experienced two weeks ago.  Because the people of […]

Underground supper club. For those into the foodie scene who have not attended, it’s a term that straddles the line of familiar and unknown. For those less in-tune with the concept, the best way to describe it is a dinner party, hosted by a stranger and attended by a group of strangers. It’s a secret, […]