Region roundup May 12, 2008
Some rules apply, including no tires, no cars and no commercial or industrial garbage. - McKenzie County Farmer. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Family reunited after 50 years May 9, 2008
"Originally only Dorotha and I were coming," said Adam, adding that his future father-in-law doesn't like to fly, and Jozepha tires easily. But Ray wanted to see his mother, too, and the decision was eventually made for four members of the Polish family to come. (Carmi Times, IL)
Spruce Up Pekin hauls in tons of junk May 6, 2008
Glen Cascia complimented the city, volunteers and vendors who came to cart off old tires, oil, antifreeze, tires and junk metal. I think they do a great job, he said. (Pekin Times, IL)
Volunteers urge more recycling May 6, 2008
The transfer station also accepts tires, refrigerators and other white goods for a fee and takes scrap metal and used motor oil without charge. Sanford would like to see Belfast adopt mandatory recycling to cut back on the use of PERC (Penobscot Energy Recovery Co.) in Orrington. (Courier Publications, ME)
ROLLING HOMES May 5, 2008
The Rough Rider includes larger tires and more ground clearance built into its suspension along with the usual array of features and amenities. It may not be the place to hang with friends on a rainy afternoon, but a teardrop trailer is a terrific move-up step for those looking for some camping civility to replace the occasional rigors of tenting. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Coop might turn into racing haven May 2, 2008
" Safford said no tax break has been promised, and he will study noise and traffic before supporting rezoning. "We have to roll up our sleeves and kick the tires," Safford said. "But the pieces work well, and it can be highly successful and bring some excitement to that part of Columbus. " City Councilwoman Maryellen O'Shaughnessy said she's excited about the proposal but plans to set up neighborhood meetings to discuss the idea. "It's a blessing and a curse: These urban areas bring uses that... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Bike riding getting more popular in Lodi with warmer weather Apr 23, 2008
Beach cruisers have wide tires, allowing for a smooth ride, springs under the seats offering riders suspension other bikes may lack and tall handlebars helping the rider steer with ease and comfort. And, of course the cruisers come in a variety of colors and styles. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
An oasis in a food desert Apr 18, 2008
We hope it is a good thing for the community," he said. Though Collective Roots seeks to reflect the tradition of agriculture in East Palo Alto, Alderson doesn't have visions of reconstructing the urban utopia of the 1920s and '30s. He wants to help bring up a new generation with an awareness of farming and the benefits of local food. "Supporting local farmers allows food to be transported across shorter distances, reducing pollution and saving energy and money," Alderson said. "And when... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Classifieds 4/15/08 Apr 16, 2008
3995 96 Chevy Lumina V-6 New Tires Runs Good Great Car Low Price. 2995 98 Ford Ranger XLT Ext. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Pearland Police Action Apr 11, 2008
April 1 A suspect flattened three tires on a Metro Police Vehicle in the 3200 block of Wheat Meadow. April 3 A suspect damaged a 96 Chevy, scratching the driver passenger side and rear section of the vehicle while it was parked and unattended in the 3300 block of Walnut. (Pearland Journal, TX)
Edwardsville man known as guy who rides old bikes Apr 1, 2008
Some of his bikes are rusted; others have flat tires and sometimes he takes bicycle frames. His only restriction on the bikes he collects is that they must be from the 1950s or earlier. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Community scholarship auction raises funds Mar 15, 2008
Livestock sells at 10 a.m. All items except tires, firearms, batteries, overhead fuel tanks, or non-working appliances may be auctioned, including household items. A percentage of the final sale price is donated to the foundation for sponsoring the auction, and the seller receives the rest, based on the commission rates figured on the seller's total sales: 10. (Pekin Times, IL)
Peter Becker Flower show set to color your world on Friday and Saturday Mar 15, 2008
The black car with whitewall tires and distinctive greyhound hood ornament still has its original 1932 license plate, and an inspection sticker from 1951 on the windshield. Eleven-year PBC resident Dorothy Van Landeghem, who turned 100 in Jaunary, and her husband bought the car used in 1935 for $325, when gas was around 20 cents a gallon. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Circuit court actions Mar 9, 2008
Owsley was indicted by the Cole County Grand Jury last November connection with the alleged theft of tires from vehicles at several auto dealerships in October 2007. According to a police probable cause statement, Owsley was arrested Oct. 28 for allegedly taking numerous spare tires from Jeep vehicles at five car dealerships throughout the city. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hot Wheels(R) Kicks off 40th Anniversary with Unveil of Diamond-Encrusted Car at New York Toy Fair Feb 16, 2008
Red rubies are set as the tail lights, while black diamonds and red enamel create the red line tires. The custom-made case that houses the jewel-encrusted vehicle also holds 40 individual white diamonds, signifying each year in the legacy of Hot Wheels. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Test drive turns tragic before inaugural Daytona 500 Feb 9, 2008
"The tires were very narrow, and it was a pretty fast lap," Fox recalled. "It (the Sumar) floated to the top of the first turn, and the car flew up and blew apart. It knocked him out of the car. It was a shame.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Classified 1/22/08 Jan 23, 2008
FOR SALE 4 Dunlap 18 Winter Sport Snow Tires. Used 2 seasons. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
50 guns, 2,000 rounds stolen (1447) Jan 10, 2008
WY wrote on Jan 9, 2008 8:46 PM:" OK, I still don't feel sorry for this guy. It was stupid to keep this many weapons in a storage unit. extra tires... a trampoline... a doll collection...junk you don't want to get rid of but want out of the house, but not guns... with amo! I still want to see it recovered. I do hope he gets his GUNS back. And the bullets too. ". WY wrote on Jan 9, 2008 8:38 PM:" Weezer... I don't think you could trust them. I mean, if this kinda theft went down I wouldn't think... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Past, Present, Future Cars That Define Sexy Jan 1, 2008
Aside from being a Lambo lover's dream, the aesthetic qualities of the Embolado concept are well-rounded: hard lines, fat tires, and just straight up muscle. Hopefully Lamborghini will take this one seriously and turn it into a reality within the next 25 years. (KCRA 3, CA)
Looking for stocking stuffers? These car models will wow you Dec 16, 2007
Johnny Lightning is well-known for the level of incredible detail provided to these tiny cars, from emblems and taillights to lettering on the minuscule tires, and these cars are no different. Each comes with a "Grip Clip" to turn them into ornaments, and they all are considered highly collectible by those in the know. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Full Story... Nov 15, 2007
For sale are collector cars, muscle cars, consignment cars, newer cars, motorcycles, snowmobiles, four-wheelers, scooters, tires and more. The shop offers a car locator service, and can list vehicles on eBay for customers. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
CLASSIFIED 11/13/07 Nov 14, 2007
AUTOS FOR SALE 2003 Chevy Cavalier, 4 door, new tires, Silver, 3,500 O.B.O Call 815-848-3255. AUTOS FOR SALE 95 Cadillac Deville white Diamond X-TRA Clean 4,495 95 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 4 door Bright Red, Sunroof. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
North County Times Community news Briefs: Fire survivor support group to meet Nov 6, 2007
Residents can bring items to these Dumpsters as early as 8:30 a.m. The following items will not be accepted: tires, oil, chemicals, paint, vehicle parts, batteries and electronics. To dispose of these items, contact Waste Management at (800) DUMPSTER.. (North County Times)
Fourth Street: How they feel now Oct 24, 2007
Cars cut the corner, turning toward City Hall by running their right tires over the paver sidewalk. verybody who drives by drives over it, West said. (Wood River Journal, ID)
* Artists burn rubber to remember Jackson Pollack Sep 20, 2007
The burnouts from their tires yielded colorful swirls, zigzags and snake patterns on the plywood panels, which have been coated in seven layers of fluorescent reds, pinks, oranges and yellows and then sealed with two coats of black acrylic. Titled Greeting Card, after a 1944 Jackson Pollock painting that has its own tangle of spirals, the work is described as both a performance piece and an action painting. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Trucking on at the parade Sep 1, 2007
But with the truck s flat tires, Johnson said I m lucky to get out of first gear, which is usually about 5 miles per hour. Truck s features: It has a standard transmission and is a manual three-speed. (Cadillac News, MI)
'Too Pretty to Drive': Local body shop makes splash in magazines Aug 30, 2007
The $50,000 makeover includes a special air ride suspension that allows the body to be lowered to the ground over its 22-inch custom tires. "All of the trim, side lights and emblems look stock," he added, "but they are all painted on. It fools a lot of people." The custom truck is street legal, but Scott won't be driving it much. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Taking a walk down Cherokee Aug 26, 2007
Here is a place where you can find God, get a set of tires, good Mexican food, a tattoo, a great education or a good night's rest. This is definitely one of Lodi's major arteries; a lifeline of constantly flowing blood. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Berlin's Bicycle Boom Aug 23, 2007
"Less than two months after Pearl Harbor, a new secret weapon, the 'victory bike'-- made of nonessential metals, with tires from reclaimed rubber was revealed on front pages and in newsreels.". But in Europe, no single factor was a lighting rod for the development of the bike culture (which is socio-economically diverse and a trend among all age groups) as it stands now. (CBS News)
* Leaving well enough alone Aug 20, 2007
The paint, the interior and even the tires, convertible top and top cover are original. Naturally, the car has a patina but it is utterly authentic and remarkably well preserved. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Another Big Recall May Hit Mattel Aug 16, 2007
The assurances left many consumers on edge, partly because they followed a spate of recalls of Chinese-made products in recent months involving toothpaste, tires and dog food. In fact, even as Mr. Eckert's video was being circulated on the Internet, other clips emerged on YouTube mocking the company's efforts. (Wall Street Journal)
Napa and Sonoma Style Aug 9, 2007
A recent visit turned up Moroccan stools made of recycled tires and vintage leather wrestling mats from Russia ("perfect headboards," she says). T+L tip: Add your name to Martin's mailing list for coveted invitations to her private warehouse sales (usually in May and October), where pieces are sold at or below cost. (CNN -- Travel)
Sycamore car show revs up Jul 29, 2007
Among the vintage cars on display was a 1932 CI6 Series Chrysler coupe, one of 14 originally made, with two spare tires set in the fenders ... He added reconditioned parts, including the headlights, the entire engine and transmission, and even found a company that still sells whitewall tires. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Abilene CVB board OKs use of van Jul 27, 2007
It will take about $4,200 for it to be ready to be put into use, she said, which would include new paint, new tires and a sound system. The van is targeted to get about 12 miles per gallon and she has taken into account fuel costs that will be at least $3 a gallon. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Several antique cars destroyed in warehouse fire Jul 11, 2007
The fuel in the cars and the tires added to the strength of the fire, authorities said. The roof, which collapsed, was engulfed within minutes and firefighters had trouble approaching the warehouse because of the intense heat and flames. (NEPA News, PA)
Prepare to ‘cruise’ Jul 8, 2007
wrote on Jul 6, 2007 3:09 PM:" Preparing to Cruise is easy. The people in the parade are good people. It is the ones who join in later after the cruisers have left that bug me. Stop spinning your tires and pick up your trash for crying out loud! ". Name. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
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Just adding new tires cost 500 each, but despite that kind of cost, like many other collectors, Riese doesn't stop with just one: he has five old tractors ... Manufactured in Charles City, Iowa, the heavy-duty machine with 4-foot tall steel tires, was originally built to run on kerosene. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
More of this story Jun 26, 2007
On 9th Avenue, Aleo, someone did 350 damage to tires on a vehicle, 1,000 damage to windows and 200 damage to tail lights. On Chance Drive, Cordova, a bicycle valued at 4,000 was stolen, and damage to a window was 100. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Oldies are goodies Jun 14, 2007
It had three of its original tires on it. The vehicle was a Christmas present to Daisy from Ed.. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Car show rolls into Lake Elsinore May 25, 2007
The classic white beauty with the hard top is nearly stock, complete with original paint, tires and rims, Cousins said. Under the hood sits the original 289-cubic-inch engine which has logged just more than 94,000 miles and been through some minor repairs. (North County Times)
Driving Down Spending May 21, 2007
We're talking about feeding a family. We're paying more for gas than we do to eat," he said. He wouldn't mind living closer to work to cut his 80-mile commute. His wife and 21-year-old daughter, Jade, who lives with the couple, have jobs close to home. The stagnant housing market and prospect of higher property taxes also cause him to hesitate. In the end, he figures he can try to conserve gas, when possible, and hunt for the best prices, but it won't make more than a dent in the monthly bill.... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Gas prices soar in Twin Cities May 6, 2007
Vette Head wrote on May 04, 2007 11:54 PM:"Hey Chicago thanks for the vehicular resume,I like your attitude it makes me want to uncover my 28mpg 405hp baby and do a big burn-out. To the tree huggers if you have to ask you won't understand! My point is we improved drastically compared to the past.Ours cars used to rust out in five years,we had lousy tires unsafe and didn't wear very well,fuel injection,lighter cars,most cars now will go 200000 miles without effort,no air bags,emissions a huge... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Man, 88, pleads no contest to groping girl May 1, 2007
Buy the best tires at the lowest prices. 2006 Awards from the California Newspaper Publishers Association. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
South Florida sports memorabilia company cashes in on collectibles Apr 23, 2007
"It protects it, but ... more importantly, I can actually probably convince my girlfriend that it's something really cool and it wouldn't look bad in the TV room as long as its sitting in a nice trophy case.'' Adelstein had 200 cases made. He took them to a trade show and sold them to memorabilia dealers. Adelstein then began selling the cases with signed items inside. Today, Mounted Memories handcrafts its own cases out of sturdy, transparent acrylic, which can be formed into shapes when... (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Reclaiming his throne Apr 23, 2007
"This area here, when I was a kid, we used to change tires. I jacked up many a car in this spot," Mr. Osbon said in a red-walled room lined with musical instruments ... He was penniless in the interim between selling tires and selling medical devices. (The Augusta Chronicle)
S. Fla. sports memorabilia company turns milestones into money Apr 20, 2007
In a locked "cage" sit items such as game-used bases or race-used NASCAR tires, which are authenticated, cut into pieces and placed in a framed display. Authentication is an important in an industry beset by forgeries. (The Ledger)
New strip mall plan meets old fate Apr 12, 2007
And wrote on April 11, 2007 2:06 PM:"A lot of these posts mention getting more stores in College Square, the old Hy-Vee and Ace Fogdall store. What also needs to happen is fixing University Avenue. Who wants to drive that to go shopping? I'll go somewhere else where I won't have to fix my tires and shocks from all the bumps. Get a decent road and maybe development will come. ". Small-town Shopper wrote on April 11, 2007 12:52 PM:"Does the development have to be a "strip mall"? Can it be one or... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
LISTMANIA: Things we wish were still here. Apr 5, 2007
I also miss Jay's Premoco near 1000 N. and Main -- a real garage when you'd have to change to snow tires in October when there were only rear wheel drive cars. Finally, I miss getting a simple ice cream cone at Winget's on a lazy Sunday afternoon. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Community auction set for Saturday Mar 23, 2007
Livestock sells at 10 a.m. All items except tires, firearms, batteries, overhead fuel tanks, or non-working appliances may be auctioned, including household items. ou bring it; we sell it, or come as a buyer, Holmes said. (Pekin Times, IL)
Burglaries and vandalism highlight weekend crime activity Mar 12, 2007
The truck left and the victim saw that two tires on his work truck had been punctured ... According to the report, the driver said he believed that the passenger punctured the tires. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Soggy start for March Mar 8, 2007
Sgt. Robert Norman from the Guilford Police Department says approximately five people had their cars towed out of roads where the water was lapping up around their tires. "Fortunately there were no injuries," says Norman. (Shoreline Times, CT)
South County residents angry over 'shameful' practice Mar 4, 2007
Recyclable items at Precinct 3 Collection Facility, located at 1122 Pruitt Road: Latex paint, batteries, tires, used motor oil, used cooking oil, home appliances, aluminum and tin cans, metal, glass jars and bottles, newspapers, magazines, phone books, catalogues, envelopes, grocery bags, office paper, cardboard, plastics Hours of operation: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday For more information, call (281) 367-SAVE.. Who to call To report illegal dumping in Montgomery County, call the Montgomery... (Conroe Courier, TX)
Washington diaryDoes Al Gore's Oscar mean Americans are warming to him? Mar 1, 2007
But while Hollywood may love sequels, the audience tires easily of them. That too is an inconvenient truth. (BBC News)
Business owner wants 2-hour parking enforced Mar 1, 2007
But, commissioners do not want to spend the money to erect signs and to begin marking tires with chalk to enforce the time limit unless a majority of downtown businesses are in agreement. Commissioners decided to send the issue to the Downtown Business Association for guidance. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
Getting cozy in Garden Hills townhouse Mar 1, 2007
As her work implies, Glenda never tires of creating inviting spaces. And as happy as she appears at the moment in her elegant townhouse, she hints that she may already be looking forward to her next challenge. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Out There: Thrift Store Book Makes Toddler Rich Feb 26, 2007
(AP) A woman who told authorities she was fed up with tailgaters pulled out a gun and shot at the tires of a pickup that got too close, police said. Officials believe the bullet missed the pickup, and no one was hurt. (Fox News -- Views)
Old cars are fetching big prices Jan 20, 2007
The Eldorado was found in 1981 in a warehouse, still standing on its original tires. It also has its original battery. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Rock on the Block Jan 16, 2007
Richard and Carolyn Trappe of Mason City, Iowa, also were just kicking tires and watching the rock auction. A retired Canadian Pacific Railway engineer, Richard said they came back for a second winter in Arizona because they found there was a lot more to do here than in Texas, where they first wintered. (AZCentral -- News)
