* On the secondhand prowl Nov 12, 2009
In California, for example, there are only a couple of auctions per week, and if I wanted to fill up just two shipping containers, Id have to stay for two months. But in Europe, I can stay for three to five days and come back with four or five shipping containers filled with things, says Lin. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
At the Ragland: Hotel CaliforniaEagles tribute band to perform Saturday evening Nov 11, 2009
At the Ragland: Hotel California ... Hotel California band member George Dickinson said that most people who attend the Eagles tribute band performances are surprised at how many lyrics they know ... Some of the most popular songs the band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Ross Ragland Theater include Hotel California, Desperado and Heartache Tonight. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
State Fund files for 5% workers' comp rate increase Nov 11, 2009
The move came less than a day after California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner rejected a proposed 22 ... We understand the strain that California s businesses are experiencing in the current economic situation, Stewart continued ... Because of our size and role in the marketplace, State Fund serves as a stabilizing force in the California economy. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Be safe while dining out Nov 11, 2009
In California restaurant scores must be posted on the front door so they may be seen from the street. The scores are A, B, C, etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Butte Valley volleyball to host Champion Christian today Nov 10, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009 10:29 PM PST DORRIS Butte Valley will host Champion Christian at 6 p.m. today in the first round of the California Interscholastic Federation North Section Division VI volleyball tournament. The Evergreen League champion Bulldogs are the No. 7 seed to the tournament that also includes No. 16 seed Tulelake. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Siskiyou County Sheriff searches for missing Hornbrook manCanoe of missing man was found Saturday Nov 10, 2009
On Saturday, a California Highway Patrol helicopter was called in to search the area. Crews located the canoe and continued to search the water near where the canoe was found. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Early birds catch the deals downtown Nov 10, 2009
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FSU Headed To NCAA Tournament Nov 10, 2009
Also making the trek to Tallahassee are Auburn (10-8-3) and California (10-8-1) ... Both Auburn and California earned at-large bids out of the Southeastern Conference and Pac-10 Conference, respectively. (Seminoles.com)
Ducks fall to Stanford, 51-42Cardinal running back sets school record with 223 rushing yards Nov 9, 2009
(AP) Toby Gerhart and Stanford did to the Oregon defense what the Ducks did a week ago to Southern California, opening up the Pac-10 race with a program-defining victory. Gerhart ran for a school-record 223 yards and three scores, Andrew Luck threw for two touchdowns and Stanford held on to beat No. 7 Oregon 51-42 Saturday to become bowl eligible for the first time in eight years. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 9, 2009
" Nissan worked directly with eBay last year, using print ads to urge consumers to visit eBay Motors and check out a make-believe auction for a ride in a Nissan Altima. Those who followed through found the fake auction, as well as links to real Nissan dealers and to Nissan-brand collectible items being sold on the site. MOST POPULAR - BUSINESS Skys the Limit - 2008 Inside NYTimes.com Albanys most important job right now is to make certain that New York does not become another California.... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
James Jimmy M. Wells Nov 9, 2009
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Paulette of the couple s home; his children from a previous marriage; William (Charlotte), Patty (Jim), Julie, Shirley (Gene) and Peggy (Tom); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all from Michigan and California. He is also survived by his brothers; William (Juanita), Oriel Jr. (Elsie) and Clarence (Sandy) from Michigan. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Oregon State stuns Cal, 31-14California's Jahvid Best leaves game with concussion Nov 9, 2009
California's Jahvid Best leaves game with concussion ... (AP) California tailback Jahvid Best slammed to the ground after a terrifying fall into the end zone and the Golden Bears never recovered from losing their star ... In Cal's last 39 home games, the Bears are 0-7 against Southern California and Oregon State and 32-0 against all other opponents. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Remember everyone involved in dams fight Nov 8, 2009
It appears to me that California is so ashamed of its support that it hides the $250 million in a Safe Drinking Water and Storage Act AB 752. Steve Kandra a Klamath area farmer has been quoted as saying we re working darn hard to save these communities. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Public needs to weigh in on issue of dam removal Nov 8, 2009
George Gilman as well as Northern California U.S. Rep. Tom McClintock, U.S. Rep. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Money Matters: Recovery Nov 8, 2009
The dairy industry historically in California has purchased a lot of our hay forages, but they re not buying high quality hay, Riggs said. Many dairy producers may be facing credit troubles and, as a result, aren t able to purchase the volumes they normally would, he said. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Public safety Nov 6, 2009
Roman Keith Foltz, 29, 1429 California Ave., probation violation (delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000-feet of a school); detainer hold. David Wayne Hafar, 47, 2130 White St., possession of a controlled substance; released on his own recognizance. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Lottery gold mine not looking like an endless source of state revenueStudy: Its revenue cant keep up with the spending it encourages Nov 5, 2009
For California, the 2008 figure was $1 ... For California, it was 0 ... California is 34th, with an average of $42. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
'Noles No. 12 In Coaches Poll Nov 5, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
'Pieces' coming together 30 years later Nov 5, 2009
"It's the most California thing I'd ever heard. It's tight shorts and sailboats, terrycloth shirts. It's my parents' vision of the good life.". "It's not cliched," says Cassell. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Cutting tavern owners profits doesnt look fair Nov 5, 2009
D.A. wrote on Nov 4, 2009 5:32 AM:" I wish I knew what is the percentage of lottery money goes to the schools. I will research this. I do know that when California got the lottery voted in on the premise that money would go to the schools. The total money that went to the schools amounted to 2% of all the money that goes to schools. Still the property owners, and what ever other taxes were paying 98%. In bars the state won't even allow football pools, no way they can get in on the action. ".... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
California castles fit for a king and queen Nov 2, 2009
These days, castles fall pretty much into the romantic category, so here are a few California knockoffs for fun - or build your own and watch it crumble in the surf. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Seminoles Picked No. 15 In Preseason Poll Nov 1, 2009
California 0-0 294 19. Georgia Tech 0-0 262 20. (Seminoles.com)
Sand man, bring me a castle Nov 1, 2009
California castles fit for a king and queen. Article:California castles fit for a king and queen:/c/a/2009/10/30/TRNG1A1F3N.DTL Article:California castles fit for a king and queen:/c/a/2009/10/30/TRNG1A1F3N.DTL advertisement ... California castles fit for a king and queen. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Aubry Boyd Game Oct 30, 2009
8 points per game as the Seminoles cruised to a 21-11 record and won the Metro Conference Championship and later advancing to the second round of the NCAA Tournament by defeating Southern California. The Aubry Boyd Charitable Foundation was started shortly after his accident in 1995 by Seminole supporters Bob and Mary O'Neil and is now monitored by. (Seminoles.com)
Judge Rules eBay Can Name Forum in Contract With Users Oct 27, 2009
Jones, who sits in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, rejected the argument by plaintiff Domenic Tricome that being forced to litigate in California would be unreasonably burdensome. "Although it may be challenging, the court is not convinced that litigating this dispute in California would be prohibitively difficult," Jones wrote ... The Oct. 19 decision by Jones echoes the rationale espoused by U.S. District Judge Charles P. Sifton of the Eastern District of New York, whose 57-page decision... (Law.com)
Suzanne Tucker's old love of antiques Oct 26, 2009
Tucker stayed in London for several years before making her way back to California and settling in San Francisco. In 1981, she was hired as a secretary to design legend Michael Taylor. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Maxine Locker Oct 25, 2009
Burial was in California at the Arroyo Grande Cemetery, where she was placed next to Harold her beloved husband of 60 years ... She also created award winning advertising for the California Avocado Commission. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Veteran Buckner will speak at Bees' banquet Oct 25, 2009
Buckner was born in Vallejo, California and graduated from Napa High School. He was the second player chosen by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 1968 June Draft. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Cycling tour invites Visalia along for ride Oct 23, 2009
The Amgen Tour of California apparently won't be wheeling its way to Clovis and Fresno next year, in part because race organizers were unable to cut a deal with the federal government to include Yosemite National Park in the event ... Armstrong to compete in 2010 Tour of California ... Lance Armstrong will compete in next year's Tour of California, which will feature route changes and be moved from February to May to avoid the rainy season. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Oct 23, 2009
US marines in California train for action abroad. Pictures of Cameroon's new fashion wave. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
READ: Wells Fargo's press release Oct 22, 2009
2 percent in California for the same period ... "In the third quarter, this stabilization was evident in several consumer loan portfolios, while the consumer real estate portfolio continued to vary across geography. Some real estate markets, such as California, have had increased home sales and home price stabilization and, as these conditions improve in more markets, we expect to see improvement in credit results. Third quarter commercial and commercial real estate losses remained at manageable... (USA Today -- Money)
Astro Boy Hits Retail Oct 21, 2009
Imagi's CG production studios are located at its Chai Wan (Hong Kong) corporate headquarters with development and marketing operations based in Los Angeles, California, and an office in Tokyo. Imagi's Astro Boy is being released in theaters worldwide in October 2009. (IGN PS2)
America's coolest small towns Oct 20, 2009
CAYUCOS, CALIFORNIA (pop ... "People underestimate us," says jeweler Martita Foss, who moved to Tubac last year from southern California to work at the Tubac Center of the Arts, a 4,000-square-foot space for concerts, lectures, and gallery shows (9 Plaza Rd., ) ... Just across the border from California, this old gold-rush town is getting its second wind from liquid gold. (CNN)
Kyneton calling Oct 20, 2009
"You end up doing things and buying things, and you don't do anything for your community." The answer was out of town, and the couple found it this year in Kyneton, hoisting their Californian flag outside a California bungalow near Piper Street, the culinary heart of the Macedon Ranges town. Kyneton has drawn them in. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
From Vikings to Dancing Queens Oct 20, 2009
California lost 39,300 jobs in September but the unemployment rate held at 12. 2 percent. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
City Beat (5) Oct 18, 2009
Legacy Village s California Pizza Kitchen and The Melting Pot will donate 20% of their proceeds today (Tues. to Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland s Expect Respect program, which teaches teens about healthy relationships. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Does Fresno man own Ansel Adams negatives? Oct 17, 2009
White House Custom Colour, which serves professional photographers, selected North Pointe Business Park in south Fresno because it can reach most of California with one-day delivery, said Ethan Smith, an industrial specialist at GrubbPearson Commercial who worked on the deal ... A handful of experts are trying to prove what Rick Norsigian has suspected for years: that his garage-sale find of 60 glass photo negatives are the early works of famed California photographer Ansel Adams ... On... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Alexander Autographs to Offer Rare Michael Jackson Memorabilia, Including His Donation of "We Are the World" Rights and Royalties, at Auction Benefiting VH1's Save the Music Foundation Oct 17, 2009
Among them is , , , Don Henley's "Hotel California" acoustic 1950 D-28 Martin guitar, Johnny Cash's treasured carved wood "snake and owl" walking stick, a one-of-a-kind as well as many sets of Beatles signed items, a Britney Spears film-used outfit, Bob Dylan signed harmonica, a 1969 Woodstock poster, , a suggestive Freddie Mercury letter, and much more. All types of memorabilia from dozens of important bands are included in the sale. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bakugan Hits Toys R Us Oct 17, 2009
About Activision Publishing, Inc. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. (IGN PS2)
Woodbury Event Envisions a Brighter Future for Ava Oct 16, 2009
"It shows how the human spirit and heart work when we're called on." The event included food tables and six wine stations representing California, Italy, France, Australia, South America and Connecticut. The wine tables were sponsored by Clare and Craig Carragan, the Siemon Company, Mr. and Mrs. Robert McEneany, Klemm Real Estate and Cristine and Eugene Shugrue. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
How Do Experts Authenticate Art? Oct 15, 2009
One recent high-profile case that has highlighted the difficulties in authenticating a piece of art is a disputed Jackson Pollock painting, purchased for $5 in 1992 by ex-trucker Teri Horton in a California thrift store. Biro was also involved in that investigation, matching a partial fingerprint on the canvas to a paint can used by Pollock and paint on the canvas to samples from Pollock's studio. (Time.com)
Saint Vincent's Crystal Ball raises $110,000 Oct 11, 2009
California dreaming Millcreek resident Carol Caro recently dropped off a copy of Romantic Country's September issue containing photos and an article about her sister Lucy's home in southern California ... "Our family in Erie is so proud of her accomplishments." Lucy DiRaimo Torres is a savvy antiques dealer with a treasure-filled home in southern California ... After years of searching, Lucy and her husband, Tony, a native Californian, found not only the right house but the perfect spot for... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Harvard to digitize 51,000 rare Chinese books Oct 11, 2009
The Grateful Dead Archive is currently housed at the McHenry Library on the University of California, Santa Cruz campus. The school's library has received $615,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to photograph the collection items and upload them to a new Web site, The Virtual Terrapin Station. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Iraqis face tough times, starting over in America Oct 11, 2009
Last year, Oro moved with his family to California, where his brother lives. At first, he says, his $1,350 monthly government aid (along with food stamps) was enough, but then the payments shrunk. (Anchorage Daily News)
Old World elegance at Clos LaChance Oct 11, 2009
The team: Bill and Brenda Murphy are poster children for the Northern California winery dream. He's a retired executive with Hewlett-Packard; she helped him build a business installing backyard vineyards in high-end homes. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
FSU Continues At All-Americans Oct 10, 2009
The pairing of Jonathan Dahan and Pedro Zerbini from California proved to be too much for the Seminole duo, as they were defeated 8-6 ... Florida State s ITA All-American Results Main Draw Doubles Dahan/Zerbini (California) d. Aubone/Mirzadeh (FSU) 8-6. (Seminoles.com)
Man arrested in February death of Torrance woman Oct 10, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Gun-toting Pa. soccer mom's autopsy results due Oct 9, 2009
Her stepsister, a 4-month-old baby, is in serious condition at Children's Hospital Central California. The single-wide trailer where the alleged crime took place is located southwest of Kerman on the 3000 block of South Congress Avenue. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Sept. 18: Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
In print, Conde Nast Traveler mentions Glacier National Park in Montana, known for its Going-to-the-Sun Road; Great Smoky National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee, 75 years old this year and the most popular national park in the country, with 9 million visitors; Olympic National Park in Washington, with glacier-capped mountains and temperate rainforests; Yellowstone National Park, in Wyoming, known for wildlife like bison and elk as well as spectacular geothermal features like its famous... (Carroll County Times, MD)
Fall Focus: Geoff Parker Oct 7, 2009
A: Florida State is a lot of people form Florida and Georgia, and we have one kid from California. Here they're all mostly from down south. (Seminoles.com)
Battleforge to Support D... Oct 6, 2009
About Electronic Arts Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. (IGN PC Games)
Payless praised Oct 6, 2009
Are you prepared for a major northern California earthquake. Yes. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Nate Berkus turns rental into home Oct 2, 2009
CHICAGO - Downsizing from a three-story town house to a high-rise rental, Southern California natives Bob and Kelly Berkus sold most of their furniture before they moved to Chicago this summer for Bob to begin a master's program at the Kellogg School of Management. Knowing they would be in their 1,400-square-foot apartment for possibly more than a year, and on a student budget, meant minimalism to the max - even with toddler daughter Kate and beagle Cole. (AZCentral -- Home)
NFL PLAYERS Debuts Player Caricature Line Oct 2, 2009
Peter Green Design is a creatively driven, results-oriented design and marketing firm, located today in Glendale, California ... PGD also produced an award-winning Quake Preparedness Program and 5-A-Day Nutrition Programs for the State of California and nationwide. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Stand up to them Oct 2, 2009
The city of Fresno was recently in the news as the result of a fine imposed by the California Air Resources Board for technical violations of the agency s diesel emission test requirements ... Our commitment to clean air is demonstrated by the fact that the city operates one of the largest clean air fleets in California, utilizing a mix of hybrid, compressed natural gas and liquid natural gas alternative fuel and low emission vehicles ... We need meaningful debate, not regulations shoved down... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Charge filed for stolen van Gogh art Oct 2, 2009
Court documents indicate Laird has outstanding warrants in California, Oregon and Florida and that he has been arrested numerous time since 1984 for theft-related crimes in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Florida and Ohio. Software. (Raton Range, AL)
5 Arizona ghost towns Oct 1, 2009
After the town's last major mine, the Tom Reed, shut down in the 1930s, Oatman became simply the last stop of note for motorists before they passed into California and crossed the Mojave Desert. But when the highway was rerouted in the 1950s, the town shrank to just a handful of stalwarts. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Continue reading Oct 1, 2009
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Rental to refuge in 3 easy steps: Nate Berkus shows how it's done Oct 1, 2009
CHICAGO -- Downsizing from a three-story town house to a high-rise rental, Southern California natives Bob and Kelly Berkus sold most of their furniture and their car before they moved to Chicago this summer for Bob to begin a master's program at the Kellogg School of Management. Knowing they would be in their 1,400-square-foot apartment for possibly more than a year, and on a student budget, meant minimalism to the max - even with toddler daughter Kate and beagle Cole in tow. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Get a Free 2010 Disney Pass for Vol... Sep 30, 2009
The "Give a Day, Get a Disney Day" program will provide a free one day, one park ticket to any of the parks at Disneyland in California or Walt Disney World in Florida in 2010 to those that volunteer. All participants must pre-register at the Disney parks website for either (including Puerto Rico) or. (Suite101.com)
Monterey Historic State Park leads shutdown Sep 30, 2009
The State Parks department closed the home of Thomas O. Larkin, the U.S. consul to Mexico's Alta California and a framer of the state Constitution, as of Sept. 8 ... California's oldest government building housed customs operations until 1858 ... Exhibits recall Monterey's tenure as the capital of Spanish and Mexican California. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Marketing professor to speak at Fresno State Sep 30, 2009
Coakley has a bachelor's degree in journalism from California State University, Fresno, with an emphasis in advertising ... Hatfield grew up in Fresno and received a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Fresno ... The Institute for Family Business will host a talk by California State University, Fresno, marketing professor Bill Rice on "Vital Marketing: How To Motivate Your Sales People and Clients.". (Fresno Bee -- Business)
High-profile lawyer joins Merced Taser case Sep 26, 2009
A California man whose legs are amputated says police used a stun gun on him twice and violently manhandled him even though he was unarmed. Internal affairs investigators say they're looking into the complaint by 40-year-old Gregory Williams, who was arrested Sept. 11 on suspicion of domestic violence and resisting arrest. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Garden Court Cafe sold Sep 25, 2009
B.R. Cohn won gold and Best of Show at the Sonoma County Harvest Fair for his Raspberry Champagne Vinegar and gold for his California Golden Balsamic Vinegar. St. Francis Winery in Kenwood has new solar-powered light tower sculptures glowing against Hood Mountain and created by artist Patrick Scott. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Another perfect day for Ham and Turkey Festival Sep 24, 2009
The California Democrat ... Democrat photo / David A. Wilson Many residents and visitors check out the food and vendor booths and the stages on High Street in the downtown area of California during the 2009 Ozark Ham and Turkey Festival ... Pick up the Sept. 23, 2009, issue of the California Democrat newspaper for comprehensive coverage of this event. (California Democrat, MO)
