Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Oct 24, 2008
Fart gas' link to blood pressure ... Fart gas' link to blood pressure. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Bob, right, and Sharon Clarke, owners of Clarke Inc. on Long Drive in Rockingham donated a 1994 Chevrolet Silverado 4x5 pickup for the 53rd annual Rockingham Rotary Auction/Fundraiser at the National Guard Armory. The event will be held Nov. 4. Photo by David Wall/Daily Journal Oct 19, 2008
By purchasing a 5 raffle ticket, the ticket holder is entered into the raffle for one of two gas cards. First prize is a 1,000 gas card and second prize is a 500 gas card ... Raffle tickets for the gas cards and the truck are selling well this year, Harling said. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget Oct 17, 2008
(ARA) - In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience. (Pekin Times, IL)
Alleged killer claims mental illness in murder Oct 17, 2008
Randazzo moved to the Kew Gardens Hills area with his wife, Antonia, and worked as a credit manager for Brooklyn Union Gas for nearly three decades. The couple later moved to Flushing. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Auto show focuses on antiques, alternatives Oct 16, 2008
" Why weren't they developed? Johnson wouldn't go so far as to venture a guess. But he did note that automobile production is driven by demand. "A couple of weeks ago when the gas prices were really high, people were upset," Johnson said. "Now that it has gone back down, do you hear people complaining. " After studying antique cars, he has come to realize, "We have the technology for this," referring to the creation of a line of vehicles that would use fuel sources other than gasoline. "We have... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Valley events Oct 16, 2008
The Adventurers of Lake Gaston Baptist Church will not have an October meeting because of an Oct. 8 trip to Lancaster, Pa ... The Roanoke Valley Lake Gaston Board of REALTORS are holding a fundraiser for Kelly Singh, who was diagnosed this spring with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and has no insurance ... The board is selling raffle tickets for two 250 gas cards for two for 5 and can be purchased at All Saints' church office, Wilkie Real Estate in Roanoke Rapids and on the Lake, Strickland Real Estate... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Consignment Sales Rise as Economy Falls Oct 15, 2008
"People are selling coins their grandfather gave them for gas money," says Nicholas Pyle, an eBay trading assistant based in Georgetown, who has been getting panicked calls. Listings on eBay, an auction site, have increased 19 percent in the past year, and overall revenue has grown 13 percent, spokeswoman Jenny Baragary said. (Washington Post -- Technology)
Gerald Lawhorn, 62, started PetroSouth chain Oct 15, 2008
You can t drive too far from Atlanta without seeing one of those gas stations white with blue and red banding and an oval sign that says Petro ... In the early 1980s, Lawhorn invented a system where gas could be bought at the pump using a credit or debit card. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Historic Meridian tackles ambitious restoration Oct 14, 2008
The gas lamp fixtures (now electric), the tiled entryway and the innovative light-board alarm system designed to detect freeloaders slipping in a side door without paying are still in place. But best of all, the Temple Theater has one of only two remaining Robert Morton organs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Experienced shoppers find the right price at yard sales Oct 11, 2008
Gas is high and people are looking to save money, Johnson said. The economy is just so bad. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
How Main Street fares Oct 11, 2008
Terry Albertson, manager of Main Street Sofa ess, said the month of August started out well, something he attributes to the drop in gas prices, but sales slowed in September ... Mark Bilodeau, co-owner of Hidden Treasures, said commerce for him declined when gas prices first began to spike but he hasn t seen changes recently. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Main Street jitters: Shaky economy has Stevi merchants hurting, hopeful Oct 11, 2008
One is that Stevi residents, hobbled by high gas prices, might be more likely to shop locally instead of traveling to Hamilton or Missoula ... We as a community have been in such a habit of traveling out of town to buy our goods without thinking about the gas or time we waste, she said. (Missoulian, MT)
Go back in time at Red River Oct 8, 2008
Campers this year should note that there is a burn ban and cooking should be done on gas grills. There is no charge for any of the events or the camping. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Simpson Recordings Were Key, Jurors Claim Oct 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 6, 2008 ... Simpson arrested in connection with what police described as a robbery at a Las Vegas hotel ... (2:06)Between increasing gas prices, the credit freeze, and the financial crisis, America's automobile dealers are relying heavily on the bailout bill to save their businesses. (CBS News -- US)
O.J. guilty, faces life Oct 5, 2008
In the end, O.J. Simpson comes up a loser in Vegas ... LAS VEGAS In a city where luck means everything, O.J. Simpson came out the big loser and his unlucky number in a case full of bizarre twists was 13 ... The Las Vegas jury deliberated for 13 hours after a 13-day trial. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
What's new in Atlanta restaurants Oct 5, 2008
Rutherford recently left his post as co-chef at Decatur s popular chocolate palace, the Chocolate Bar, to open this new concept, one of several gastropubs opening in the area ... The latest news and notes on the gas shortage in the Southeast. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
O.J. Simpson guilty of armed robbery Oct 5, 2008
In the end, O.J. Simpson rolls snake eyes in Vegas ... LAS VEGAS In a city where luck means everything, O.J. Simpson came out the big loser and his unlucky number in a case full of bizarre twists was 13 ... The Las Vegas jury deliberated for 13 hours after a 13-day trial. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Newport in the Gilded Age Oct 4, 2008
The latest news and notes on the gas shortage in the Southeast. Best dog-friendly restaurant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Don't let gas shortage ruin your travel plans Oct 3, 2008
Don t let gas shortage ruin your travel plans ... Not to sound like one of my kids, but I m so over this gas shortage thing ... In fact, between stressing about the financial uncertainty nationwide and the gas crisis in our own backyard, I think we could all use a bit of a break. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Artisans recreate early American furniture Oct 3, 2008
The latest news and notes on the gas shortage in the Southeast. Video: Think you know those UGA Dawgs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Ike, stock market hasn’t slowed antiquers Oct 3, 2008
We re lucky to have the highest concentration of hotels in the area, she said, and McAdams explained that even though the tourists come to shop mainly at the shows out of town, they still buy gas, eat at restaurants, make trips to the grocery store and usually take time to do some shopping downtown. She said that the average non-resident tourist in Texas spends 114 per day, so as an example the chamber doesn t calculate hard figures on this if the area averages 1,000 people a day for week of... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Threshing Bee Oct 3, 2008
42nd AnnualButterfield ThreshermensSteam and Gas Engine Show ... Hundreds of beautifully restored gas engines running ... See these antiques running: tractors, steam engines, cars, gas engines, saw mill, broom making, veneer mill, duplicators, steam locomotive, steam threshing 10 acres of oats. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Citizens score strip club Oct 3, 2008
The only bar I was ever allowed into was ironically, Northern Dreams and that was only because my step mom worked there and my friends and I would bring all the girls lunch or dinner and they would pay us for gas plus tips for the delivery. Even when I was let in there, it was just directly into the dressing room and never actually into the bar part of it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Motorcycles selling well for Princeton Harley dealer Oct 3, 2008
Wiebler has seen more people riding bikes because of the high price of gas. Our bikes sales have been pretty good all summer because most want to save gas, he said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
The Rockingham Rotary Club is once again raffling off a new pick-up truck to help raise money for its 53rd annual auction on Nov. 4. Shown is the pick-up truck to be raffled, a 2008 GMC Canyon two-wheel drive regular cab pick-up truck with a sticker price of more than $16,000. Photo by David Wall/Daily Journal Sep 25, 2008
First prize is a 1,000 gas card and second prize is a 500 gas card. The auction, which is the biggest part of this event, will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and led by Ronnie Hawks of Rockingham. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Middleman testifies as O.J. trial enters 3rd week Sep 23, 2008
(09-22) 09:35 PDT LAS VEGAS (AP). A collectibles broker who set up the ill-fated meeting between O.J. Simpson and two memorabilia peddlers resumed testifying Monday about recordings he made before, during and after the confrontation in a Las Vegas hotel room ... Most homes are heated with fossil fuels such as natural gas, and the cost of those fuels is predicted to rise as much as 40 percent. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Former co-defendant testifies against O.J. Sep 23, 2008
(09-23) 00:02 PDT LAS VEGAS, (AP) ... Ehrlich traveled with Simpson from Florida to Las Vegas for the wedding of a mutual friend, and said he reluctantly agreed to pose as a buyer of Simpson memorabilia in a hotel room "sting" arranged by Simpson and Riccio ... Most homes are heated with fossil fuels such as natural gas, and the cost of those fuels is predicted to rise as much as 40 percent. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Firearms fans span generations Sep 21, 2008
After retiring from the Air Force in 1967, he ran a local gas station until he retired a second time. He doesn't really plan to retire from working with firearms or swapping and selling firearms-oriented material at gun shows. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Estate sale rich in collectibles Sep 19, 2008
Get some relief with our gas prices map. Atlanta's arts scene is more than ballet and symphony. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Madison County police blotter Sep 17, 2008
Gasoline also was removed from one tractor-trailer, and several plastic buckets were taken along with a hand operated fuel pump ... Theft: On Sept. 5, a resident of Fowler Freeman Road, Danielsville, said someone stole the gas tank off his riding lawn mower, which was parked under a shed. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sports collectibles dealers battle tough market Sep 16, 2008
Slug: collectibles Date: 2008-09-15 00:00:00 Version: original Wire Category: F Words: 842 Bytes: 25600 E-Pub: N Use Warning: Must credit Las Vegas Sun ... By MIKE TRASK Las Vegas Sun 2008-09-15 00:00:00 ... Jeremy Brown, owner of Ultimate Sports Cards abilia in Las Vegas, focuses on cards. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Ike sends area fuel costs past $4 Sep 15, 2008
AAA said motorists should expect gas prices to keep rising ... AAA's daily tracking showed the average price for a gallon of regular gas jumped by 15 ... Motorists "will almost certainly see more retail gasoline price increases" and also spot outages, AAA Auto Club South spokesman Randy Bly said. (Florida Times-Union)
A Payson getaway Sep 13, 2008
(No gas motors allowed ... Trading Co. (928-474-0011), Gasoline Alley (928-474-4932), Eagle Mountain Gifts (928-468-0012) and Somewhere in Time Antiques (928-474-1996) are within easy walking distance of each other along Main Street just west of the Beeline Highway. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Judge limits Simpson jury questioning Sep 9, 2008
(09-08) 11:59 PDT LAS VEGAS, (AP) ... Simpson and co-defendant Clarence "C.J." Stewart are accused of robbing two sports collectibles dealers at a Las Vegas hotel last year ... Simpson arrived at court at about 7:30 a.m. with his lawyers and friends Tom and Sabrina Scotto, whose wedding he was in Las Vegas to attend when the alleged crimes took place. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
O.J. Simpson arrives at Las Vegas court Sep 9, 2008
O.J. Simpson incourt Monday in Las Vegas for thefirst day of jury selection in his trial on charges ofburglary, robbery and assault following an attempted robbery at a casino lastSeptember ... LAS VEGAS - Nearly a year after O.J. Simpson walked into a casino hotel room intent on reclaiming some sports memorabilia, he and his lawyers walked into a courthouse Monday to pick jurors for his robbery-kidnapping trial ... The fallen NFL star, actor and advertising pitchman, and his remaining... (MSNBC -- Crime)
Jury selection begins in Simpson robbery trial Sep 9, 2008
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Nearly a year after O.J. Simpson walked into a casino hotel room intent on reclaiming some sports memorabilia, he and his lawyers walked into a courthouse Monday to pick jurors for his robbery-kidnapping trial. The fallen NFL star, actor and advertising pitchman, and his remaining co-defendant, Clarence "C.J" Stewart, a 54-year-old golfing buddy, have both pleaded not guilty to 12 charges stemming from a heated encounter last September with two sports collectibles dealers... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Millionaire who had wife killed may get new trial Sep 9, 2008
Lita was to buy household items such as groceries from this, plus personal things such as clothing, gifts, gasoline and haircuts ... Sullivan also would leave the couple's cars with near-empty tanks, forcing Lita to buy gas when she drove, Allen said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lawyers Begin To Pick Jury In Simpson Trial Sep 9, 2008
LAS VEGAS -- The judge in O.J. Simpson's robbery and kidnap trial in Las Vegas isn't going to ask prospective jurors if they think Simpson is a murderer ... Simpson and co-defendant Clarence Stewart are accused of robbing two sports collectibles dealers at a Las Vegas hotel last year ... Nevada Highway Patrol troopers stopped the NFL Hall of Famer on Interstate 15 south of Las Vegas on Sunday. (Click2Houston, TX)
Speaking your mind can be trouble Sep 7, 2008
So Commissioner Joe Bowles goes to the Richmond County Republican Party breakfast and says exactly what he thinks about Commissioners Alvin Mason's and Corey Johnson's city gasoline usage, the abolition of God from the public schools, city employees and other matters while a tape recorder is running ... He apologized in a letter to the newspaper, but that didn't stop Commissioner J.R. Hatney from putting an item on last week's commission agenda to discuss those comments, along with Commissioner... (The Augusta Chronicle)
City of Kirkland, WA Positions Itself as a Staycation Destination Sep 6, 2008
Kirkland, WA (PRWEB) September 6, 2008 -- As gas and airline ticket prices surge higher, taking a "staycation" has become the buzz word for singles, couples, and families looking for a vacation that doesn't break the bank. With so many destination possibilities for Washington and Oregon residents, the waterfront city of Kirkland, Washington is encouraging staycation travelers to "Fall in Love with Kirkland.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
PetroWorth Reports on Frac Operations at Green Gables #3 Well in Prince Edward Island Sep 5, 2008
Less than 50% of the frac fluids and small amounts of natural gas have been recovered to date during these testing operations ... It has been repeatedly demonstrated in multiple North American basins that developing tight gas sands and shales requires a focused effort over an extended period of time ... PetroWorth Resources Inc. is a junior oil and gas exploration company with extensive onshore properties in Eastern Canada. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Sep 4, 2008
LASVEGAS-PROJECT (Buhler, Las Vegas Sun) -- LAS VEGAS: Wet Las Vegas plans afflicted by credit crunch, grandiosity ... SCOOTERMANIA (Guy, Fresno Bee) -- With great gas mileage, scooters surge in popularity ... STARGAZING (Fink, Las Vegas Sun) -- Stargazing. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Businesses booming despite economy Sep 2, 2008
Businesses under new management or ownership include Henderson-Boone Insurance which is now owned by Mechanics Bank, and the Exxon (across from Hardees) and Shell (formerly Cousins) gas stations which are now owned by Kangaroo Express, a convenience store chain based in Sanford, North Carolina. Two popular Pontotoc County restaurant also have changed owners. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Strapped for cash, some in New... Sep 1, 2008
"The thing is," he continued, "most people don't have cars to leave, don't have money for gas. Pay for a hotel for that long? I mean, you have to do whatever you have to do, and I guess I'm gonna stay and work.". Though Maspero wasn't doing half the business it usually does, customers were still coming in for $2 clam buckets. (CNN -- Law)
Classifieds 8/30/08 Aug 31, 2008
8-5 Craftsman 21" push SP mower, household girls clothes 6T to Jr. Longaberger baskets, yard decor, bicycles, exercise equipment, commercial picnic table w/umbrella, antique iron fence advertising signs, lots of collectibles. 815-844-4571. 11770 E. North Road,GARAGE SALES3 Family Garage sale, Girls clothing infant to 3T, also 14-16 Misses Sz. Sm, Med , Dresser, knick knacks, kitchen ware, Too much to list.GARAGE SALES 320 W. North Street Friday 8-5:30 Saturday 8-2 Lots of kids' clothes CHEAP!... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Garage Sales Aug 30, 2008
Craftsman 21" push SP mower, household girls clothes 6T to Jr. Longaberger baskets, yard decor, bicycles, exercise equipment, commercial picnic table w/umbrella, antique iron fence advertising signs, lots of collectibles. 815-844-4571. 11770 E. North Road, 3 Family Garage sale, Girls clothing infant to 3T, also 14-16 Misses Sz. Sm, Med , Dresser, knick knacks, kitchen ware, Too much to list.320 W. North Street Friday 8-5:30 . Saturday 8-2 Lots of kids' clothes CHEAP! Girls 0-4T, Boys 0-24 mo.... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Labor Day weekend on one tank of gas Aug 29, 2008
With gas prices hovering around 4 per gallon, most folks are staying close to home this summer meaning it might be a good time to brush off that Montana road map and see some of the more nearby attractions ... The only criteria we used is that they should be within the range of a tank of gas, or between 300 and 400 miles, depending on your rig ... Afterward, jump back in the car, turn right onto Highway 279, and you ll be back in Helena in about an hour, with a little gas still in the tank. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
What is that smell? Target! Aug 29, 2008
Bill Rights wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:56 PM:" I'd rather wear a gas mask to shop target than deal with the disgruntled staff and shoddy Chinese merchandise at Walmart! " ... MontroseResident wrote on Aug 25, 2008 6:31 AM:" I passed gas! But look at the bright side. At least it wasn't $4 a gallon! ". (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Threshermen’s Reunion Schedule Aug 28, 2008
Daily attractions will include the General Store, a 1900 country school house, a Singer saw mill, the 1910 era Blacksmith Shop, and 1920 Conoco Gas Station. Veneer and shingle mill, corn shelling and hit/miss engines will be onsite each day. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
St. Clair Airport Isn't What It Was Aug 27, 2008
To our horror there was no gas either. We ended up going back to the Sullivan Airport, rented a car to get lunch and spent time in town. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Ryanair passengers on plunge jet say crew did not know what to do Aug 27, 2008
You don t feel a rush of gas. All it s doing is enriching the low-pressure air. (Times Online)
Working poor Aug 24, 2008
They never leave Kings County -- not even to visit Fresno -- in order to save gas ... It would have been really easy for me to wrap up my week of training at Cobra Kai iN las Vegas by writing something funny about the whole experience. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget Aug 23, 2008
(ARA) - In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience. (Pekin Times, IL)
Collectibles come out at 'road show' Aug 23, 2008
But the coolest-looking item was a World War II-era gas mask, complete with helmet ... "I thought the gas mask," she said, as she was heading out, "but I have a friend who does antiques, so I'll just do that.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
MDA Opens First National Online Auction to Benefit Jerry's Kids Aug 22, 2008
"It's a way to get some fantastic items, or experience something unique that wouldn't otherwise be possible -- all while helping in the fight against muscle diseases." Some of the top celebrity items up for bid are: -- A Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon package with four VIP tickets to the 2009 Telethon in Las Vegas, a one-bedroom suite at the South Point Hotel, Casino nd a meet-and-greet with Jerry Lewis himself ... -- Four tickets to see "America's Got Talent" winner Terry Fator at the Las Vegas... (PR Newswire)
Read more... Aug 22, 2008
A Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon package with four VIP tickets to the 2009 Telethon in Las Vegas, a one-bedroom suite at the South Point Hotel, Casino nd a meet-and-greet with Jerry Lewis himself ... Four tickets to see "America's Got Talent" winner Terry Fator at the Las Vegas Hilton and dinner with Terry after the performance ... Visitors can also bid on unique items such as a free year's worth of gas, a Honda Fit car and an Eli Manning autographed Super Bowl hat. (PNN Online)
New Farmers Market brings local produce to Wassaic Aug 22, 2008
"I've been seeing a lot of the same people every week. Also, with the gas prices right now in our country, I think people appreciate somewhere where they can buy food that's close to their homes," she said. Until further notice, the market will be ongoing throughout the fall and there are already plans for the event to return next spring. (Henrietta Post, NY)
Treasure Hunters Roadshow turns collectibles into cash Aug 21, 2008
One of the more unusual items the representatives bought was an original gas globe that went on old gas pumps. Mullen said they are a very collectible item. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
Hudson Keynotes Aug 21, 2008
Bissonnette estimates that the trip burned 675 gallons of gas. WPI MEN SING- Hudson resident Peter Worrest and Marlborough resident Geoff Hook are in the Worcester Polytechnic Institute a cappella group, Simple Harmonic Motion, which will sing at Union Common, Marlborough, Saturday, Aug. 30 from 11 a.m. to noon. (Hudson Sun, MA)
What's up downtown? Aug 21, 2008
She said with the Internet, the poor economy, rising gas prices and two floods in the past eight years that destroyed everything stored in the basement of the shop, it was just time to make a change. Some say business has been slow since the June flood, others believe fairs and festivals across the Midwest steal the show in the summer, and others say it s just the time of year that they have a bad quarter. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The real McCoy Aug 21, 2008
Bearse figures she s saved about $100 in gas since she began using horsepower for business travel ... Even if the price of gas continues to fall, Bearse will continue banking with her animals. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Editorial: The Elephant never forgets to give—now let’s give back Aug 20, 2008
Many of those frequent shoppers have admitted cutting down on their shopping trips because they just can t afford the journey with increased gas prices, thus cutting into the thrift store s sales profits that eventually make their way back to help the community. Besides gas being a thorn in the side of profits, there is the problem of a sluggish home sales market. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Glacier Park: The next century - All kinds of fun lines drive to park Aug 20, 2008
And gas prices have stopped a lot of people from coming. Glacier is too far away for some folks. (Missoulian, MT)
How to choose a chiropractor Aug 19, 2008
This sound is a result of a pressure change in the joint and a small amount of gas from the joint capsule being released. It is not the bones making noise, it won t cause arthritis (old wives tale), and research has demonstrated significant health benefits when properly applied. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Lebel's Old West Auction quits Cody Aug 19, 2008
Lebel said high gas prices have contributed to many collectors not making the trip to Cody. I love the Riley Arena and they've treated me extremely well, he added. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
