Archive | November, 2010

PCSSD board election likely to settle union issue — for now

The outcome of the Sept. 21 election for two Pulaski County Special School District board seats should come as no surprise. Perhaps the biggest news is that the margin of victory for the challengers was not larger.

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Thank-you too late for three heroes

Three medevac helicopter crew members answered an emergency call in Van Buren County last week, like they had so many times.

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If you collect the gold, then provide the city services

Cars were lined up at 2 a.m. this week for the opening of the International House of Pancakes restaurant on Maumelle Boulevard.

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Players new, but ethical issues still dog PCSSD

The new version of the Pulaski County Special School District board is changed, but not necessarily for the better.

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Players new, but ethical issues still dog PCSSD

The new version of the Pulaski County Special School District board is changed, but not necessarily for the better.

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Simon makes ‘Ballgame’ sing for this fanatic

When I hear “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” sung by Carly Simon on the soundtrack of “Baseball: A Film by Ken Burns,” I am moved in different ways.

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Arkansas Beats LSU, Keeps BCS Hopes Alive

By Robbie Neiswanger Arkansas News Bureau • rneiswanger@arkansasnews.com LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas fans chanted “BCS, BCS” while the song “Pour Some Sugar on Me” blared on the speakers throughout the postgame scene in War Memorial Stadium. Arkansas players, who had just capped a 31-23 win against No. 6 LSU celebrated on the field by hoisting the Golden Boot [...]

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Happy Thanksgiving – “Aren’t I Gonna Get a Reputation For Being Soft on Turkeys”

I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving.  It is one of my favorite holidays. Spend some time remembering all the blessings you have.  And enjoy one of my favorite West Wing clips.

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Saunders To Step Down in January 2011 – Special Election Should Follow

Daivd Goins of Fox16 caught up with Rep. Rick Saunders today and reports via twitter that he plans to resign when his term expires in January 2011.  A statement from Rep. Saunders is expected shortly. If you recall, this is the special situation where Republican Keith Crass won the election but passed away several days [...]

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National Journal Rounds Up Best State Political Media

The National Journal’s blog Hotline on Call wraps up the best sources for political news from the 2010 election cycle in each state and was kind enough to include me among those in Arkansas. I have to admit I rather enjoyed their description of my blog. Jason Tolbert of “The Tolbert Report” offered frequent and [...]

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