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Archive for August, 2007

FIRE CALL: Complex must allow easy exit

Friday, August 31st, 2007

Q: The gate to walk out of my complex has a lock on both sides of the door. My management office said I would have to purchase a key for the door. Is there some kind of regulation against this?
Hits the Road: Guide to Rv s Hits the Road: […]

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Sims get in tune with the seasons

Friday, August 31st, 2007

Seven years ago, the world was introduced to The Sims, a PC game in which players micromanaged the needs and wants of little simulated people. Keeping them happy and healthy as they went about their daily lives required telling them what to eat, when to sleep and even when to use the bathroom.
Driving this […]

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SV * VINTAGE ADVERTISING COUNTRY STORE CANISTERS

Friday, August 31st, 2007

SV * VINTAGE ADVERTISING COUNTRY STORE CANISTERS - Fairfield Counseling Services . Full Time Executive Director of Non-profit Requirements : Master’s level credentials w/supervisory experience in the […]

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Baxter s Victory Lap Gift Basket

Friday, August 31st, 2007

Baxter’s Victory Lap Gift Basket Rev up the fun for everyone This race-inspired gift includes race car cookies, beer nuts, chocolates, snacks and a Pedal to the Metal music CD, all packed into a titanium look container. Great for birthday, congratulations or just for fun. Vroooom! - […]

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History of Advertising General 1950 - 1970

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

The upgrade follows a year of beta testing. Guest Ranch InnKeepers Couple sought as Innkeepers for established guest ranch in Shenandoah valley area of Va. Must be willing to relocate and live on site. Housing provided. Duties to include overseeing all operations of the business and […]

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It’s not the real thing, but it’s still fun

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

C’mon in. The water’s fine on-screen, that is. Welcome to virtual bathing, the video game. Design your tub shape, length and depth. Choose water temp, add-ins bath oil, bubbles, rose petals and ambience in the form of candles or a chandelier.
“Sword” expansion pack sharpens “Civilization” […]

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Filling a niche for tweens

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

It ChicksThis pink terry cloth beach dress is $24.99 at www.itchickclothes.com. The It Chicks line specializes ‘tween girls with skinny legs, fuller arms and a rounder tummy. Somewhere between pink sparkly dresses and low-rise jeans lies a curious fashion minefield…
History of Advertising - Early TV Commercials Vol. I (2-DVD Set) It […]

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OUTDOORS REPORT: Aug.28

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Nearshore Guide James Plaag of Silver King Adventures reported clearing conditions in the Gulf, allowing for better sight-casting to rolling tarpon. Plaag said an angler took a 180-pounder recently and forecasts call for more of the same. Offshore

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MCALEER LOOKS TO CREAT DISC GOLF COURSE

Wednesday, August 29th, 2007

Sequim Gazette - Sequim real estate agent Michael McAleer hopes to create a disc golf course at the 195-acre Robin Hill Farm, off Pinnell Open of Disc golf in South Carolina, after placing in a qualifier here in Washington, McAleer said. I did horrible at […]

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Women honored for domestic violence awareness

Wednesday, August 29th, 2007

Sugar Land resident Shantha Raghuthaman, one of the founders of Asians Against Domestic Abuse, was among those honored by Pasadena-based The Bridge Over Troubled Waters Inc. recently.
Romney picks up Texas Hispanic endorsements Updated Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney today announced a Hispanic steering committing, including several people from Texas: From Houston Republican National Hispanic […]

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