2010 July

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Adventure of the week: Frying Pan Mountain hike

July 31st, 2010 | Author:

Adventure of the week: Frying Pan Mountain hike
What: Summer Wildflower Walk on Frying Pan Mountain. When: Blue Ridge Parkway rangers will lead a wildflower walk at 10 a.m. Friday, but you can hike this trail whenever the parkway is open.

Oakland Raiders History: Jersey Numbers that Should Be Honored-Defense

July 29th, 2010 | Author:

Oakland Raiders History: Jersey Numbers that Should Be Honored-Defense
In a previous article , I suggested 10 offensive numbers that I felt should be retired. That position didn’t go over as well as I expected. Raider Nation made it clear they liked the fact that Al Davis didn’t retire numbers. The readers made a strong case, and I must admit, my mind was changed. That isn’t something that happens very often. The consensus seemed to be that the Raiders shouldn’t …

Brides have bountiful fashion choices when it comes to their gowns

July 28th, 2010 | Author:

Brides have bountiful fashion choices when it comes to their gowns
Dani’s bridal veil ($137, Laura Jane Bridal Designs) adds a traditional finishing touch to her gown. The two-tier elbow length eggshell veil features pearl and crystal accents with a fine double row of silver edging. Dani’s bridal gown ($2,750, Paloma Blanca) is shown in Diamond coloured silk.

Bail set for cabbie in busted theft ring case

July 26th, 2010 | Author:

Bail set for cabbie in busted theft ring case
Girma Endalelet Konche appeared in court on Friday. A judge set bail at $10,000 for Konche, who was arrested for investigation of trafficking stolen goods and possession of cocaine.

Kim Kardashian Calls Nephew Mason ‘Best Birth Control Ever’

July 25th, 2010 | Author:

Kim Kardashian Calls Nephew Mason ‘Best Birth Control Ever’
“I’m happy to wait a few years,” the reality star says about starting a family

Buy.com Introduces New 45-Day Return Policy

July 24th, 2010 | Author:

Buy.com Introduces New 45-Day Return Policy
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., July 22 /PRNewswire/ — Buy.com, The Internet Superstore(TM) (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rakuten, Inc.), today announced that customers now have 45 days for product returns. Buy.com is now the largest U.S. retail marketplace of its kind to offer this option. The 45-day return policy, effective today, replaces Buy.com’s current industry-standard 30-day policy. It applies to …

News in Brief

July 23rd, 2010 | Author:

News in Brief
Building Blocks fundraiser Building Blocks Learning Center will hold a bowling fundraiser at 7 p.m. July 30 at Parkway Lanes in Trenton.

Bainbridge Islander Calendar of Events

July 22nd, 2010 | Author:

Bainbridge Islander Calendar of Events
A listing of events and activities on Bainbridge Island for the week of July 23-31.

Bumpy relationship of Edwards and Keselowski under scrutiny

July 21st, 2010 | Author:

Bumpy relationship of Edwards and Keselowski under scrutiny
(MCT) Chapter one in the Carl Edwards-Brad Keselowski feud resulted in Edwards serving a three-race probation last spring. Chapter two could be determined Tuesday after NASCAR ’s competition executives review the finish of Saturday night’s Nationwide Series race won by Edwards, who forced Keselowski into the wall and passed him on the final lap at Gateway International Raceway outside St. Louis.

Christopher Radko: The Wonders of Summer

July 18th, 2010 | Author:

Christopher Radko: The Wonders of Summer
Summer smooths the restless heart and the sun’s rays are a balm for the battered spirit. Summer’s ecstatic and unexpected pleasures counterbalance the occasional bitterness of life.