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Winners and Out with the Old In with the New


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JM Capital Partners recently celebrated component to the impressive retail / commer-
the demolition of one of the city's cial site. Out with the Old - in with the New.
icons...the Montgomery Wards Building Almost biblically, the dozers pulverized the
and Downs at the former Huntington Beach Mall (circa
1965). Today Bella Terra Mall shines in a long
Monkey Ward's building in a light mist called
upon to subdue the dust cloud that would have

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time tarnished 30+ acre retail site. With the otherwise happened. The rains seem to be
he best and worst of
remaining dust pile comes the promise of both washing away the remains of a long over due
anything conjures up
the City's first Costco and DJM's long awaited remake of the largest retail site in our 23+
emotions. This year
The Village at Bella Terra...the final (residential) square mile community.
on the little screen a half
century of viewers also Bye Bye Mervyns...Hello Costco
have mixed feeling
about 'As The World
Turns.' ...the soap... end-
ing. First CBS canceled
'Guiding Light' in 2009 after 57
years and then they canceled 'As The
World Turns' after 54 years. What could
be next...Jay Leno...again!
On the other hand Whole Food opens
their first store in Huntington Beach, but
the proposed Senior Center was delayed a
year because of local politics.
A few departures from 2010 that some will miss
(some more than others) include: Air America, Bob
Guccione, founder of Penthouse, the Magazine,
Liz Claiborne outlets ...All 87 Liz Claiborne outlet
stores are scheduled to close by early 2011. The
now retired...Pontiac, Mercury and Hummer and
U.S. News and World Report bite the dust as
a paper product...who knows what the digital
Fewer Stars in Hollywood -more
version could be.
But then again, can you believe after a decade in the heavens or nearby...
or more of sheer rejection Huntington Beach,

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California will have its own Costco, tire center, hile it was not the shocker in comparison to the list of obits of 2009 (MJ, Swayze), 2010 was still a
killer year when it came to losing some beloved stars to the theatre in the sky. As usual, there were older
gas station all at Bella Terra Mall...but we lost actors, musicians, artists and Hollywood luminaries whose time had simply come — and many will
Circuit City. miss the likes of Barbara Billingsley, Tony Curtis and Leslie Nielsen. However, there were some shockers, like
Some of the more Dumbest moments in business the sudden fall of two child icons, Gary Coleman and Corey Haim, along with out-of-nowhere heartbreakers like
2010 included: Steve Jobs to iPhone 4 users: Dixie Carter and two-thirds of the revered Redgrave family.
You're holding it wrong...and NBC cuts Teena Marie: Leslie Nielsen:
Conan...who woodda thought, or Tony Hayward Born: 1956-03-05,Died: 2010-12-27 Born: 1926-02-11, Died: 2010-11-28
of BP just wants his life back -what about the rest An American singer-songwriter nick- He’s an iconic Canadian-American actor
named Lady Tee, considered an R&B appeared in over 100 films, 1,500 televi-
of us Tony? And, Harlem's longest-serving legend who proclaimed herself as the sion programs, and portrayed over 220
congressional representative, Charles Rangel “Ivory Queen of Soul” because she was one of the first characters during his career.
has had a disastrous 2010. successful white performers of that genre of music. Dino De Laurentiis:
But we have a beautiful Strand Development Steve Landesberg: Born: 1919-08-8, Died: 2010-11-10
almost completely leased up, the promise Born: 1945-11-23, Died: 2010-12-20 Dino De Laurentiis is a renowned
An American actor who is known for producer in both Italy, and America. He
of ample drinking water coming his role on the seven season spanning sit- is responsible for producing over 160
from our own Ocean, the com Barney Miller. He enjoyed a long movies in his career. Many of them classic, with a few
re-energizing of Pacific City all lasting, prolific career career. being cult classics.
combine to make 2011 look Blake Edwards: Jill Clayburgh:
pretty good. Born: 1922-07-26, Died: 2010-12-15 Born: 1944-04-30, Died: 2010-11-05
He was a highly touted American film She was a two time Academy Award
Most of our fire rings are back, writer, and director. His most famous winning actress who is most notable for
but the price of annual parking works include Breakfast at Tiffany’s and starring in leading roles with powerful
passes are up. Measure "O" did not pass but The Pink Panther series. female leads. The daughter of a mother and father who
we now have our first City Manager vs. City Richard Holbrooke: were both involved in the entertainment industry.
Born: 1941-04-24, Died: 2010-12-13 George “Sparky” Anderson:
Continued Page 6 He was possibly one of the most impor- Born: 1934-02-22, Died: 2010-11-04
tant US diplomats in the past 20 years. He lived up to his nickname by being
He was assigned as a special adviser for known as one of the more energetic, and
both Pakistan and Afghanistan, by President Obama. lively personalities in baseball. He man-
Elizabeth Edwards: aged 2 different teams to 3 World Series victories, and
Born: 1949-07-03, Died: 2010-12-07 is #6 on the all wins list.
She was many things throughout her life. Andy Irons:
An attorney, a best-selling author, and wife Born: 1978-07-24, Died: 2010-11-02
to a US Senator. Her battle with breast can- He was a world renowned professional
cer led Edwards to champion the cause, and she became surfer. In total, He earned three world
known as a major inspiration to women around the world. championships, three Quiksilver Pro
Don Meredith: France titles, and two Rip Curl Pro Search titles.
Born: 1938-04-10, Died: 2010-12-05 Charlie O’Donnell:
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US POSTAGE Complimentary who is uniquely regarded as both a great The famous announcer has been a part of
STD player and a great commentator. He led some of the most famous game shows in
PRESORTED the Dallas Cowboys to two consecutive NFL Champi- entertainment. Including Card Sharks,
onship games in 1966 and 1967. Joker’s Wild, and Wheel of Fortune.
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To: My Old
Two Huntington Beach High Italian, Irish and Dave Garofalo
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minum or vinyl siding. A green lawn
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Kayla Scott and Cindy Giles from HB High School recently collected food to The holidays have changed. We still
help pets in these rough economic times. They collected a lot of food for their "No make family 'rounds' but somehow
Empty Bowls" Program, part of the Orange County Society for the Prevention of From Oaklawn, Cranston, things have become more formal. The
Cruelty to Animals' Project. Rhode Island and the Greater great quantities of food we consumed,
414 Pacific Coast Highway The Orange County SCPA, which began collecting food during Thanksgiving without any ill effects, are not good
Huntington Beach, Ca 92648 Season in 2009, has already helped hundreds of pets who would otherwise go Providence Area. for us anymore. Too much starch, too
hungry or be forced to be given to a shelter. much cholesterol, too many calories in
(Just North of the HB Pier, Next to Strand) "Food donations are greatly needed at all times, especially in our current
I am sure for most second generation
Italian American children who grew up in
knew them, they knew us. basil, lettuce and 'cucuzza'. Everybody had
a grapevine and fig tree. In the fall we drank
the pastries. The difference between 'us'
Americans went to the A&P. It amazed and 'them' isn't so easily defined anymore,
www.papajoeshb.com recession," explained Kayla Scott, a high school junior, who made HB's Summer- the 30s, 40's, 50's & 60's there was a defi- me that some friends and classmates on homemade wine arguing over who made and I guess that's good. My grandparents
Lane Clubhouse the collection point for their drive. "Though times are nite distinction between us and them. We Thanksgiving and Christmas ate only the best. Those gardens thrived because we were Italian-Italians; my parents were
tough for all of us, there are people who were Italians, everybody else, the Irish, the turkey with stuffing, potatoes, and had something our American friends didn't Italian-Americans. I'm an American and
Good Selection and Reasonable Prices: cannot even feed their own pets and it is Germans, the Polish, they were Americans. cranberry sauce. We had turkey, but only seem to have. We had Grandparents. proud of it, just as my grandparents would
Beer & Wine important for us all to give what we can I was well into adulthood before I after antipasto, soup, lasagna, meatballs and It's not that they didn't have grandparents. want me to be. We are all Americans now...the
spare to help those animals in need. We realized I was an "American". I had been salad and, of course, Italian pastries! It's just they didn't live in the same house or Irish, Germans, Polish, all U.S. citizens.
• CATERING really appreciate the generous neighbors
who helped make this event successful."
born American and lived here all my life,
but Americans were people who ate peanut
In case someone came in who didn't like
turkey, we also had a roast of beef. Soon after
street. We ate with our grandparents, and
God forbid we didn't visit them 3 times a
But somehow I still feel a little bit Italian.
Call it culture...call it roots...I'm not sure
butter and jelly sandwiches on mushy white we were eating fruits, nuts, pastries and week. I can still remember my grandfather what it is. All I do know is that my children,
Pizza - Subs - Burgers Many thanks to Local RE/MAX bread. I had no animosity towards them, it's homemade cookies sprinkled with little telling us how he came to America when he grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, have
SELECT ONE Realtor Barbara Delgleize, just I thought ours was the better way with colored things. This is where you learned to was young, on the 'boat.' been cheated out of a wonderful piece of
Lasagna - Pasta - Salads who has Two Tibetan Terrier Dogs, Jack ayla Scott an
Cindy Giles, K elgleize.
d
our bread man, egg man, vegetable man, eat a seven course meal between noon and I'll never forget the holidays when the our heritage.
and Gracie, for sponsoring this event. She Barbara D the chicken man, to name a few of the ped- four PM, how to handle hot chestnuts and put relatives would gather at my house, the
Call: 714-969-2553 had thousands of fliers delivered to homes
around West Huntington Beach and helped contribute to the success of this event.
dlers who came to our neighborhoods. We peaches in wine. Italians live a romance with
food. Sundays we would wake up to the smell
women in the kitchen, the men in the living
room, the kids everywhere. I must have had Day
ruary 2, 2011,
Wednesday, Feb and the State
Fax: 714-969-7383 The Orange County SPCA has a permanent food collection center at Animalia of garlic and onions frying in olive oil. We fifty cousins. My uncles sat in the middle both Groundhog s will occur on
ad dr es
located at: 16389 Bolsa Chica Street in Huntington Beach. You can drop off a food always had macaroni and sauce. of it all drinking thier wine...so proud of of the Union America Radio
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•FREE DELIVERY ZONE: thier family and how well they had done. the same da d
donation there. Sunday would not be Sunday without
historic event an
going to mass. Of course you couldn't eat As relatives died , things began to change. reminds of this
Newland to Golden West, PCH to Garfield
points out...
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. – 7 days a week The Village at Bella Terra Breaks before mass because you had to fast before
receiving communion. We knew when
Family gatherings were fewer and something
seemed to be missing. Although we did get
It is an ironic
juxtaposition of
less
we got home we'd find meatballs together usually at my mother's house, I lves a meaning
Ground in Surf City frying, and nothing tasted better always had the feeling grandma was there. events: one invo will look to one
we
• Specials • ritual in which ica-
than newly cooked meatballs with Its understandable things change. We all res for prognost
Monday & Wednesday Specials: More than 50 dignitaries and officials came to say crisp bread dipped into a pot of hot have families of our own and grandchildren of nature's creatu her involves a
e ot
“so long” to Orange County's Montgomery Ward gravy (not sauce). tion, while th w
of our own. Today we visit once in a while
I'm confused...ho
groundhog. But
4 to 6:30 p.m. Generous portion of Pasta buildings, which have been empty since 2001, and Another difference between them or meet at wakes or weddings. Other things ain?
thing work ag
Marinara, Dinner Salad (your choice of to celebrate the groundbreaking for The Village at and us was we had gardens. Not just have also changed. The old house my does that shadow
dressings), Garlic Bread, Fountain Beverage: Bella Terra. with flowers, but tomatoes, peppers, parents bought is now covered with alu-
$6.95. Refills FREE! HB Mayor Joe Carchio acknowledged everyone Q
•All Day:
involved in the project and especially thanked
DJM Capital Partners for moving forward with the
spectacular plan, which includes more than 70
Phyllis Garofalo August 2, 1920 — January 3, 2011
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Every Day... 2 Large Slices of Pizza, shops and restaurants, a Costco (in the former hyllis, as many of you will remember her... Phyllis Garofalo put everyone else first. When band Mike with us resting in peace.
Fountain Beverage: $5.50 Bella Terra Mervyns location), and 468 apartments, including died this morning. We had here 90th Birth- she made a friend she made it for life. While she Phyllis... we love you. Please say hello to Dad
The Village at ing some affordable housing units. day recently and many of you have heard outlived many of her generational friends... she and all our friend long gone from Cranston and
•Happy Hour: Groundbreak
Lindsay Parton, President / Principal, DJM me brag about how she still drives. She had a always had young people abound as well. Oh, Providence, R.I. With Phyllis passes an era...hav-
Monday – Friday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Capital Partners, took the podium and said the project has been a long time coming, great life, certainly one with the usual amount of how she will be missed. She had at least two dis- ing her as the Matriarch, her simple wit, charm,
2 half slices pepperoni/cheese pizza but the exciting, new changes will be worth the wait. happiness and grief. My Dad, her husband Leo, tinct families: the East Coast, older, shorter, less advise and above all hugs. Phyllis Garofalo: Au-
died a young man in his 40's. It took me 20 years hair Son; Lenny, wife Brenda, John, Anthony,

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w/pint of domestic beer: $6.50 Parton owns Bella Terra Mall, a popular open air gust 2, 1920 - January 3, 2011...from the roaring
Plus: $2 domestic, $3 premium beers retail destination in Huntington Beach that features after that to get her out to California where she Gabriella and all the grand kids and Barbara. 20's to the challenging 10's. Phyllis you made it
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800,000-square-foot retail center set on 44 acres then met Mike... what an exciting period in her The West Coast family, younger, better looking to the 3rd day of the second decade of the 21st
•Delivery Specials Every Day: with more than 70 shops and restaurants. It is a life...travel, new adventures, a bi-coastal life and nicer son Dave, his son Kevin his wife Century...Wow...and we loved every minute of it.
12", 14" and 16" Pizzas, buy two Pizza's and save; central component of the larger 70-acre Bella Terra Left to Right:
Huntin style. We had her company for the birth of my Raquel, Daughter Nancy, son in law Jeff, and the The California clan celebrated with an obscene
mixed-use, urban lifestyle district assembled by Beach City Manager gton two children...and she was always there...a true grand kids, Sierra, Owen and Sage. And, the Italian dinner in her honor with story telling and
5, 10 & 25 piece Buffalo Wings (Mild, Hot & BBQ) DJM Capital Partners. The district includes a ilson, Huntington Beached
W Fr
Family Meal Packages priced right for the times! Clerk Joan Fl City grand mother. friends and family too many to list. She had a wine that lingered on.
neighboring 428,244-square-foot office complex yn
Beach Police n, Huntington special relationship with her two nephews and
that the company acquired and has repositioned an Chief
d Huntington Ken Small nieces, Ann and Anthony and Ray and
*Extra 10% off entire bill with use of cash to pay bill. as The Towers at Bella Terra and the planned B
Chief Patrick each Fire
development of The Village at Bella Terra. McIntosh. Marie...and their families...they loved her as
Demolition of a building that once housed an Orange County
much as any one of us.
Montgomery Ward launches the site preparation that will take several months Phyllis, the secretary with her Royal type-
to complete, and set the stage for construction of The Village at Bella Terra in writer,,,I think I still have it some place after 50
Huntington Beach. Costco is expected to open in mid-2012. years. I can still remember her going to Johnson
Attending the groundbreaking event were some familiar faces in Huntington & Wales Business College to study shorthand, 50
Beach: D. John Miller, founder and CEO at DJM, Eric Sahn, Senior Vice President years ago. The big jump -Cosmetology School...
and CFO, and Pat Rogers, Marketing Director. Economic Development reps from and her own Beauty shop in Buttonwoods, R.I.
the City of Huntington Beach included Kellee Like my Dad who owned his own small business
Fritzal & Simone Slifman, Police Chief Ken as well -I grew up thinking everybody owned
Small, Fire Chief Patrick McIntosh, City Clerk their own small business as I do today as well as
Joan Flynn, City Manager Fred Wilson, Scott my brother.
Hess – Director of Planning and Building, City How sage was her home spun advice. I've
Treasurer Shari Freidenrich and City Historian made her mad over the years as any son would,
Jerry Person. Officials past and present
ane in action, but we also enjoyed a friendship that will last for-
Look at the cr d Montgomery included: Keith Bohr, Devin Dwyer, Matthew ever in my heart. I could always trust here with
the ol Harper, Gil Coerper, Dave Sullivan, Ralph
demolishing . the deepest secrets and emotions. We laughed for
• Dough and Sauces Made on site. Ward Building Bauer, Dave Garofalo, Barbara Delgleize and
John Scandura. Others in attendance were Dale Dunn, Carole Ann Wall, Maureen years together during the 20+ years she lived in
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• ALL Deli cut Meats. Sloan, Bernie Bischoff, Richard Harlow and Pat Rogers. Huntington Beach. We still have her second hus- 5
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James MacArthur: John Wooden: Dawn Brancheau:


Born: 1937-12-08 - Died: 2010-10-28 Born: 1910-10-14, Died: 2010-06-04 Born: 1970-01-01 - Died: 2010-02-24
Famous for his long run playing Danny A basketball legend, who’s credentials as a Raised far from the ocean in Indiana. On a
“Danno” Williams on the long running coach are unmatched throughout the history vacation to SeaWorld she became infatuated
show Hawaii Five-O. He was destined to be of the sport. He boasts 10 national champi- with Orca Whales, saying “I wanna be a
an actor as he was adopted by two legendary stage legends. onships; the next in line have won four championships. Shamu trainer”. She did land her dream job.
Gregory Isaacs: Rue McClanahan: Alexander Haig:
Born: 1951-07-15, Died: 2010-10-25 Born: 1934-02-21 - Died: 2010-06-03 Born: 1924-12-02 - Died: 2010-02-20
Considered by many to have the best voice Rue McClanahan is a famous actress most Haig served as the United States Secretary
in the history of Reggae music. Unfortu- notable for her stint on Golden Girls and of State under President Ronald Reagan and
nately, this title came with a long battle with performances on Broadway, and Off-Broad- was also White House Chief of Staff under
drugs. He was able to create music through four decades. way. McClanahan was born in Healdton, Oklahoma. both President’s Gerald Ford and Richard Nixon.
Alex Anderson: Dennis Hopper: Alexander McQueen:
Born: 1920, Died: 2010-10-22 Born: 1936-05-17, Died: 2010-05-29 Born: 1969-03-16 - Died: 2010-02-11
Best known as the man who created Rocky An actor, artist, and filmmaker. He received British designer known for shock tactics
and Bullwinkle, along with Dudley-Do- critical praise for directing and starring in and unconventional designs. He worked as
Right. Though for a long time he wasn’t the Easy Rider, a film in which he was nomi- head designer at Givenchy before founding
one featured as the creator of the characters. nated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. the Alexander McQueen and McQ labels.
Bob Guccione: Gary Coleman: Charlie Wilson:
Born: 1930-12-17, Died: 2010-10-20 Born: 1968-02-08, Died: 2010-05-28 Born: 1933-06-01 - Died: 2010-02-10
Described as a contradiction. Early in life he Most famous for his role in the sitcom A former naval officer and 12-term Demo-
had tried joining a seminary, and then tried to
make it as an artist. Before finally finding suc-
cess as the founder and publisher of Penthouse Magazine.
Diff’rent Strokes.He had a dramatic and tu-
multuous life. He suffered from a rare con-
genital kidney disease which stunted his growth.
cratic United States Representative in
Texas. He was the subject of a popular book
and later movie starring Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts.
'Whatever' Crowned Most Annoying Word
Tom Bosley:
Born: 1927-10-01, Died: 2010-10-19
Most noted for his starring roles on Happy
Art Linkletter:
Born: 1912-07-17, Died: 2010-05-26
Television personality who brought about
Phil Harris:
Born: 1956-12-21 - Died: 2010-02-09
Harris was the owner and captain of the
for Two Years Running
Days and Murder, She Wrote has a diverse many new and fresh ideas to the medium. crab fishing boat F/V Cornelia Marie, Emily V. Gordon says..."Like the Valley-slang version of Meryl Streep, set it on fire, and give that most dismissive and juvenile word a proper burial.
resume appearing in everything from His show House Party, which ran 25 years which was featured on the Discovery Chan- the word "whatever" just keeps bringing home the trophies. After "whatever," Americans found "like" to be grating, followed by "you
Broadway musicals to numerous product endorsements. and People Are Funny, that ran for 19 years. nel’s hit reality television show Deadliest Catch.
Barbara Billingsley: Simon Monjack: John Murtha: For the second year in a row, "whatever" was crowned the most annoying know what I mean," "to tell you the truth" and "actually."
Born: 1915-12-22, Died: 2010-10-16 Born: 1971-01-01, Died: 2010-05-23 Born: 1932-06-17 - Died: 2010-02-08 word in the English language. Thirty-nine percent of the Americans polled The Marist Poll, the brilliant folk who conducted the research, divided
Barbara Billingsley is known to many as the A British-born screenwriter who had two films A Pennsylvania politician representing the would like to rip "whatever" out of the dictionary,
‘mom of America’, for her portrayal as June on his résumé, Factory Girl and Two Days, state in the House of Representatives. the results by age and found that words annoy people differently depending
Cleaver on the well known show ‘Leave it Nine Lives. Monjack is probably best known Murtha held the office from 1974 until his on how old they are. Americans between the ages of 18 and 29
to Beaver’. for being the husband of the late actress Brittany Murphy. death in 2010. He is known for his views on the Iraq War hate the word "like" more than the word "whatever." Aww, is
Tony Curtis: Ronnie James Dio: Zelda Rubinstein: that so? Our lack of sympathy for what annoys teenagers
Born: 1925-07-03, Died: 2010-09-29 Born: 1942-07-10, Died: 2010-05-16 Born: 1933-05-28, Died: 2010-01-27
Tony Curtis was an American actor who was A legend of heavy metal, who’s influence Rubinstein was an actress and human rights
is, like, astounding."
known for his versatility in acting. He was can be seen in the last five decades of the activist, she is probably most known for her The scariest thing about this research? This year, 39 percent
able to rack up a filmography that spanned twentieth century. He had been performing role of Tangina Barrons in the 1982 movie of Americans found "whatever" to be annoying, compared
100 movies, and numerous appearances on television. in bands since the late 1950′s. Poltergeist. She stood only 4 feet 3 inches tall.
George Blanda: Erica Blasberg: J. D. Salinger: to 44 percent last year. That's 5 percent less! What if the
Born: 1927-09-17, Died: 2010-09-27 Born: , Died: 2010-05-09 Born: 1919-01-01 - Died: 2010-01-27 number just keeps going down and down and down until
George Blanda’s 26 year career span de- In high school she played on the boys’ golf A beloved American author who is best one day, our great-grandchildren tune in to a NASA press
fines the term “iron man”. Blanda played team. At the University of Arizona she was known for his 1951 novel The Catcher in conference where the head researcher says, "We have made
for four different teams during his stint in the country’s number 1 ranked college the Rye. He is also remembered for his
both the AFL and NFL. player. As a Sophmore and after six wins she turned pro. reclusive lifestyle, he published his last work in 1965
contact with extraterrestrial life ... or whatever."
Gloria Stuart: Lena Horne: Pernell Roberts:
Born: 1910-07-04, Died: 2010-09-26 Born: 1917-06-30, Died: 2010-05-09 Born: 1928-05-18 - Died: 2010-01-24
Gloria Stuart long spanning acting career Known mostly for her career in entertain- Best known for his role of Adam Cartwright,
which ran nearly 80 years. She accumulated ment, and her role during the Civil Rights on the popular television western series Bo-
Oscar & Golden Globe nominations,and re-
ceived a Lifetime Achievement Award.
movement. She got her start singing, and
performing for a variety of nightclubs in New York City.
nanza. He was also the star of Trapper John,
M.D. in which he played Dr. John MacIntyre.
Target, Kroger to Offer
Jimi Heselden: Lynn Redgrave: Jennifer Lyon:
Born: 1948, Died: 2010-09-26
Jimi Heselden lead a very interesting life
Born: 1943-03-08, Died: 2010-05-02
Redgrave was from a very well-known
Born: 1972-02-27 - Died: 2010-01-19
A competitor in 2005 reality show Survivor
$4 Generic Drugs
that saw him go from a humble miner all British family of actors. She won a New Palau. Lyon came in fourth place overall. In
the way to him sitting at the 395th richest York Film Critics Award for her role in the 2005, Lyon was diagnosed with stage three
Catherine Donaldson-Evans asks the question..."Need to get a new pre-
man in the world. 1966 film Georgy Girl. breast cancer at the young age of 33. scription in a hurry? Buy it at Target.
Eddie Fisher: Dixie Carter: Robert B. Parker: The discount store and Kroger are the latest mega-chains whose pharmacies
Born: 1928-08-10, Died: 2010-09-22 Born: 1939-05-25, Died: 2010-04-10 Born: 1932-09-17 - Died: 2010-01-18 sell generic prescription drugs for as little as $4.
He was a singer/performer who had his She was best-known for her role in the sit- Crime writer who is probably best known
heyday during the 1950′s. Between 1950 com Designing Women. She was also nomi- for his Spenser and Jesse Stone series of The two retail giants follow Walmart, which already carries generic
and 1956 he would have seventeen songs nated for an Emmy for “Outstanding Guest novels. The Spenser series was adapted into medications -- also at a price of $4 for a 30-day prescription or $10 for three
break the Top 10 charts, and thirty five in the Top 40. Actress in a Comedy Series” for Desperate Housewives. a television show entitled Spenser: For Hire. months of the pills.
Robert Schimmel: John Forsythe: Gaines Adams:
Born: 1950-01-16, Died: 2010-09-03 Born: 1918-01-29, Died: 2010-04-01 Born: 1983-06-08 - Died: 2010-01-18 Each company is now selling more than 300 prescription drugs at either
the $4 or $10 rate, including those treating high blood pressure, depression

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A famous comedian, greatly known for his An actor who starred in three television se- He played defensive end in the National
controversial material and long time battle ries spanning four decades: Bachelor Fa- Football League after a successful colle- and anxiety, high cholesterol, diabetes, heart problems, eye and ear
with cancer. Schimmel is listed as #76 on ther, Charlie’s Angels, and his most notable giate career at Clemson. He was the 4th
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Comedy Central’s 100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time. role was as Blake Carrington on Dynasty. overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft by Tampa Bay.
conditions, allergies, arthritis, thyroid issues and other ailments.
Dr. Frank Ryan: Robert Culp: Glen Bell: Antibiotics, anti-viral remedies, medications for women's and men's
Born: 1960-05-21, Died: 2010-08-16 Born: 1930-08-16, Died: 2010-03-24 Born: 1923-09-03, Died: 2010-01-17 health problems, anti-smoking treatments and drugs for
A highly renowned plastic surgeon in Malibu, Actor and scriptwriter, most known for his Businessman who founded Taco Bell. In various skin conditions also are available.
California. In the show The Operation he per- television work. He became internationally 1948 he started his first hot dog stand called
formed the first plastic surgery makeovers on famous for his role of Kelly Robinson on I Bell’s Drive-In in San Bernardino. In 1952 Both Walmart and Target have additional generic
TV, in 1995. He then became Oscar De La Hoya’s surgeon. Spy. He also appeared in numerous other television shows. Bell sold the business and and built a second stand. prescriptions for sale for $9 for a month or $24 for
Ted Stevens: Peter Graves: Teddy Pendergrass: three months, including popular-but-expensive
Born: 1923-11-18, Died: 2010-08-09 Born: 1926-03-18, Died: 2010-03-14 Born: 1950-03-26, Died: 2010-01-13
Due to a death for one U.S Senators, he was Peter Graves was an actor who’s generally PKnown as Teddy P, or Teddy Bear, was an
drugs like Wellbutrin, Levitra, Clo-
appointed to the Senate in 1968 by the known for two performances; Jim Phelps on R&B singer / songwriter. He began his ca- mid, Tamoxifen, Sprintec
Alaskan governor. After his appointment, he the hit TV show Mission Impossible, and reer as the lead singer of Harold Melvin & and asthma inhalers.
won his campaigns to be re-elected until his 2002 run. Captain Oveur from the spoof Airplane. the Blue Notes before breaking away for a solo career.
George Steinbrenner: Merlin Olsen: Tsutomu yamaguchi:
The stores shelve the
Born: 1930-07-04, Died: 2010-07-13 Born: 1940-09-15, Died: 2010-03-11 Born: 1916-03-16, Died: 2010-01-04 medications slightly
One of the most famous, and winningest Known for his football career, acting, broad- A Japanese man, was the only person offi- differently: Target by
owners in Major League Baseball history. casting, and humanitarian efforts. He’s cially recognized as a survivor of both the condition, Kroger by
He amassed 11 pennants and 7 World Series widely known for his legendary career with Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, drug name and
titles. He was born in Rocky River, Ohio. the LA Rams, and his role on Little House on the Prairie. which took place near the end of World War II. Walmart both
Robert Byrd: Corey Haim: Casey Johnson:
Born: 1959-01-03, Died: 2010-06-28 Born: 1971-12-23, Died: 2010-03-10 Born: 1979-09-24, Died: 2010-01-04 ways, accord-
A U.S. Senator, born Cornelius Calvin Sale An actor, most notably as a teen idol during Casey Johnson was a great-great-grand- ing to Yahoo's
Jr. in North Carolina in 1917. At one year the 1980s. His popular roles include The daughter of Robert Wood Johnson I, co- Contributor
old, his mother died of a flu pandemic. He Lost Boys, License to Drive, Dream a Little founder of Johnson & Johnson which Network."
ended up being raised by his aunt and uncle. Dream and Lucas. makes her an heiress to the Johnson & Johnson fortune.
Jimmy Dean: Andrew “Boner” koenig: Born: 1968-08-
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Born in Plainview, Texas, in 1928. Dean is
famous as a country music singer, and the
original creator of the Jimmy Dean sausage
A character actor, film director, editor and
writer. He played Pavel Chekov in Star Trek
and a recurring role on the sitcom Growing
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brand. He toured with the U.S Air Force as an entertainer. Pains. He played Richard “Boner” Stabone.
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n a normal market, bond prices and yields don’t the inherent problem of this strategy in a volatile measure to fax them all atherine Donaldson-Evans attitude about live long and pros-
change a whole lot from one day to the next. market. By the time they finish speaking to one your qualifying paperwork. per is tainted by these facts..."The life expectancy for Amer-
Given that bond prices determine mortgage rates, lender and move on to the next rates have already This includes verification of icans has fallen by about a month after steadily rising for
there may be no noticeable difference in mortgage changed again, making the comparison invalid. income, assets, liabilities years, the government said.
rates for days or even weeks. Whether it’s a purchase Volatility such as this makes it impossible to and credit. With this A baby born in 2008 will live to be about 77.8 years old,
or a refinance, time has little relevance in determining accurately compare which lender or broker truly information on file which has dipped since its all-time peak of 77.9 years in 2007,
the rate a homeowner gets on their loan during a tame has the competitive edge to provide the best rates. the agent is able according to a preliminary report released Thursday.
bond market. A more effective strategy would be to start by to complete your The American lifestyle: smoking rates and obesity rates
What we’ve seen in the bond market the last few interviewing lenders based on trust. How long have approval and, are the highest."
weeks has been anything but stable. It’s become they been in the industry? What qualifications or more importantly, Arnaud Dufour Life expectancy also dropped slightly in 2005 and
normal to receive two, three, or even four rate degrees do they carry? What additional services do is in position to 1993. It was down in 2008 for both women and men,
changes in a single day. There have been times they provide their clients? Do they offer a lock your rate. At this time the consumer can make
a choice of what rate can be locked in right then and
but women still live longer — to about 80 years old Margarita’s By The Liter
where rates were published and then changed again “float-down” policy if rates compared to 75 for men.
less than half an hour later. This is the most volatile
that the bond market has been since the September
improve? A there. If the market has turned for the worse, at least
we’ll be in position to lock the rate when it comes
While Bortz agreed it's wise to be cautious Full Bar & Cocktails
about the latest findings, he said a drop in U.S. life
2008 collapse of Lehman Brothers triggered back – even if it’s only there for a few minutes.
But if the rate still makes sense, you’ll have the
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constitutes the core of financial indexes that most days talking to various lenders and eat up a spot as the third leading cause of death for the first time in
consumers follow. couple more days gathering the necessary 50 years, replaced by chronic lower respiratory diseases • San Clemente
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didn’t change dramatically and the prime rate their lender of choice. In a volatile market Cancer and heart disease stayed put as the two top killers
didn’t change at all. In that same span of time, the
price of mortgage bonds has dropped nearly 700
like we’re seeing now, any time lost
carries an expensive price tag. The faster
of people in the United States, contributing to half of all deaths.
Death rates fell for six of the 15 top causes of death:
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basis points since the all-time low set on November
4th. Since then the rate on a thirty-year fixed
mortgage has risen from an average of 4.125% to
an average of 4.875%, according to Freddie Mac.
a consumer can gather their qualifying
paperwork and submit it to a lender they
trust, the more likely they will be to lock in the
best possible terms on their loan.
cancer, heart disease, stroke, murder, diabetes and accidents.
Mortality rates rose for Alzheimer's disease, flu and
pneumonia, suicide, kidney disease and high blood pressure.
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trustworthy loan officer The infant death rate dropped by about 2 percent to a
That’s an increase of three quarters of a percent In the case of a purchase transaction, this means
is more likely to have a minimum of ten record low of 6.59 deaths per 1,000 births."
(0.75%) in barely five weeks. having all your paperwork with the lender before an
years in the industry and should have a degree in offer is accepted. In the case of a refinance, it means
When the market is moving this much this
quickly, it’s simply impossible to lock in the best
rate using traditional reactive techniques. This level
finance, economics or a related field. The number
one red flag to look out for are companies who
charge an up front fee for their service. Whether
having all your paperwork with the lender as soon
as possible. Period. 1st Apple Can Room Avail
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to increase the likelihood your rate is locked under
the most favorable terms.
it’s an application fee, commitment fee or lock de-
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you find a better deal elsewhere. Even if they fail The information contained in this column does not
avid Winograd says..."A rather plain Apple retail store tucked away
Wednesday
Whether it’s a purchase or a refinance, most necessarily reflect the opinion of The Local News.
consumers shop for a rate by providing a sampling
to deliver on their initial quote because something
on the second floor of the over thirty-year-old Glendale Galleria Italian
“changed” down the line, companies are unlikely Buffet
of their qualifications to a lender or broker and Arnaud Dufour is a Sr. Mortgage Banker at mall in California has attained cult status by ostensibly being the
to return a consumer’s money once they’ve re-
asking for a “rate quote.” This consumer will talk Newport Beach based DLJ Financial. first Apple store in existence. It opened on May 19, 2001 and was given
ceived it. The most competitive companies retain
to a small handful of lenders over a few days and With more than eleven years in the industry, the store designation number of 001. This is not news to a good number of
their clients through competitive products and un-
typically make their decision to proceed with Arnaud is available to answer questions
paralleled service, not uppoint fees. Apple cognoscenti who regularly hang out at the store to soak in some of
in Real Estate Finance.
whoever had the lowest “quote.” This strategy
might work in a stable market, but we can all see
Once the consumer has determined which E-mail: adufour@dljfinancial.com
the historical Apple goodness, and others who make a pilgrimage to
Glendale just for bragging rights.
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Some people have been known to come to the store just to take a picture
as a memento. Apple employees have been known to transfer to the
Glendale store because of its hallowed status, and some customers say that

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the level of expertise of the staff surpasses other Apple stores.
Some think that the Glendale Galleria is a horribly run-down mall. This
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doesn't seem to bother those in the know who frequently stop by. It also
doesn't bother Apple for that matter, since it's located close to several major
Los Angeles freeways and brings in a good number of shoppers.
As with most things Apple, this is not without controversy. Another Apple
store in the much higher-end Tysons Corner Mall in McLean, VA, opened
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San Diego, California USA from January 7th to 9th, 2011.
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Seal Beach Boeing Awarded Bucks For Chucks’ dem Surfing. Teams from Europe, South America, North America, Hawaii and Australia will gather
to battle for the ISA Tandem Surfing Open World Champion title. HAPPy HOUr
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of contracts approved, the Department of Defense announced a Star tennis shoes (aka Chuck Taylors or sim- • $2.00 OFF COCkTAiLS
$25,779,858 contract for the Seal Beach Boeing Tuesday. ply “Chucks”) this week, as part of an
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logistics infrastructure in 2011. Community Affairs/Boys & Girls Club of
According to the defense department, "The Boeing Co., Seal Beach, Stanton board member/Fountain Valley January Line Up
Calif., was awarded a $25,779,858 contract modification which will ex- resident John M. Borack.

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ercise the option for calendar year 2011 maintenance and operations “I'm a collector of Converse All-Star 01/06 ...........................Jam Night
services to provide the requirements for the development and delivery tennis shoes; currently I own approxi-
of the logistics infrastructure for the space based space surveillance o n, mately 150 different pairs of them,” ex- 01/07...........................After Party
Block 10 system." Kyle Henders plains Borack. “Whenever I visit the
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cash so they too could buy a child some new shoes. “Things just kind
of mushroomed from there,” Borack says, noting that a “Bucks For 01/21 ...................Natural Heights
Chucks” Facebook page was then set up, and donations to the cause
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“We ended up with more than $1,500 being donated to ‘Bucks For
Registration Underway Chucks’ and we decided to purchase as many pairs of Converse tennis
Registration for the Winter 2011 Adult Softball shoes as possible for the kids at the Boys & Girls Club of Stanton,”
leagues is now underway. The registration says Borack. “We ended up with pretty much every child who attends
deadline is January 13, 2011. the Club regularly receiving a new pair of shoes, thanks in part to the
good folks at Converse giving us a significant discount on our pur-
Senior leagues are offered on Sundays chase.”
Men’s leagues are offered on Sundays, The kids were thrilled with their colorful
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and new shoes, making comments such as “I’m
Fridays going to wear these shoes every day” and
Coed leagues are offered on Sun- “I can’t wait to wear these on Christmas!”
day afternoons and evenings, Plans are afoot – no pun intended – to
Wednesday nights, and Friday nights possibly expand “Bucks For Chucks” into
The leagues will start play January other Boys & Girls Clubs in the area. But
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Registration packets are available on happened so far. “It’s kind of cool to visit
the City Adult Softball page or can be the Club now and see nearly every kid
mailed out. For more details or infor- decked out in new tennies, but it’s even
mation, please contact the Commu- better to hear all the ‘thank yous’ and be Lily Larsen,
nity Services office at 714-536-5230. on the receiving end of a lot of hugs.” age 8

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he old man sat in his gas station on a cold George helped the officer inside as he remembered good at this am I? All I wanted was to buy something stretcher. The young man leaned over the wounded cop hungry. The woman with child will bear a son and he
Christmas Eve. He hadn't been anywhere in the training he had received in the Army as a medic. for my wife and son," he went on. "I've lost my job, and whispered, "Why?" will become a great doctor.
years since his wife had passed away. It was just He knew the wound needed attention. "Pressure to stop my rent is due, my car got repossessed last week." Chuck just said, "Merry Christmas boy ... and you The policeman you helped will go on to save 19 peo-
another day to him. He didn't hate Christmas, just the bleeding," he thought. The uniform company had George handed the gun to the cop. "Son, we all get too, George, and thanks for everything." ple from being killed by terrorists. The young man who
couldn't find a reason to celebrate. He was sitting there been there that morning and had left clean shop towels. in a bit of squeeze now and then. The road gets hard "Well, looks like you got one doozy of a break there. tried to rob you will make you a rich man and not take
looking at the snow that had been falling for the last He used those and duct tape to bind the wound. "Hey, sometimes, but we make it through the best we can." That ought to solve some of your problems." any for himself. "That is the spirit of the season and
hour and wondering what it was all about when the they say duct tape can fix anything'," he said, trying to He got the young man to his feet, and sat him down on a George went into the back room and came out with a you keep it as good as any man."
door opened and a homeless man stepped through. make the policeman feel at ease. chair across from the cop. "Sometimes we do stupid box. He pulled out a ring box. "Here you go, something George was taken aback by all this stranger had said.
Instead of throwing the man out, Old George as he "Something for pain," George thought. All he had things." George handed the young man a cup of coffee. for the little woman. I don't think Martha would mind. "And how do you know all this?" asked the old man.

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was known by his customers, told the man to come and was the pills he used for his back. "These ought to "Bein' stupid is one of the things that makes us human. She said it would come in handy some day." "Trust me, George. I have the inside track on this sort
sit by the heater and warm up. "Thank you, but I don't work." He put some water in a cup and gave the Comin' in here with a gun ain't the answer. Now sit there The young man looked inside to see the biggest of thing. And when your days are done you will be with
mean to intrude," said the stranger. "I see you're busy, policeman the pills. "You hang in there, I'm going to
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I'll just go." get you an ambulance." The young man had stopped crying. He looked young man. "It means something to you." The stranger moved toward the door. "If you will ex-
"Not without something hot in your belly." George said. The phone was dead. "Maybe I can get one of over to the cop. "Sorry I shot you. It just went off.
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He turned and opened a wide mouth Thermos and your buddies on that there talk box out in your car." He I'm sorry officer." George. "I got my memories. That's all I need." where there is a big celebration planned."
handed it to the stranger. "It ain't much, but it's hot and went out only to find that a bullet had gone into the "Shut up and drink your coffee " the cop said.
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George reached into the box again. An airplane, a car George watched as the old leather jacket and the torn
tasty. Stew ... Made it myself. When you're done, dashboard destroying the two way radio. George could hear the sounds of sirens outside. A pants that the stranger was wearing turned into a white
and a truck appeared next. They were toys that the oil
there's coffee and it's fresh." He went back in to find the policeman sitting up. police car and an ambulance skidded to a halt. Two company had left for him to sell. "Here's something for robe. A golden light began to fill the room.

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Just at that moment he heard the "ding" of the driveway "Thanks," said the officer. "You could have left me cops came through the door, guns drawn. "Chuck! You that little man of yours." "You see, George ... it's My birthday. Merry Christmas."
bell. "Excuse me, be right back," George said. There in there. The guy that shot me is still in the area." ok?" one of the cops asked the wounded officer. The young man began to cry again as he handed back George fell to his knees and replied, "Happy
the driveway was an old '53 Chevy. Steam was rolling George sat down beside him, "I would never leave an "Not bad for a guy who took a bullet. How did you the $150 that the old man had handed him earlier. Birthday, Lord Jesus"

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out of the front. The driver was panicked. "Mister can injured man in the Army and I ain't gonna leave you." find me?" "And what are you supposed to buy Christmas dinner Merry Christmas!!
you help me!" said the driver, with a deep Spanish accent. George pulled back the bandage to check for bleeding. "GPS locator in the car. Best thing since sliced bread. with? You keep that too," George said. "Now git home
"My wife is with child and my car is broken." George "Looks worse than what it is. Bullet passed right Who did this?" the other cop asked as he approached This story is better than any greeting card.
to your family."
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the young man. The young man turned with tears streaming down his MERRy CHRISTMAS AND GOD BLESS!
from the cold, the car was dead. though. I think with time your gonna be right as rain."
Chuck answered him, "I don't know. The guy ran off face. "I'll be here in the morning for work, if that job "For God so loved the world that He gave His
"You ain't going in this thing," George said as he George got up and poured a cup of coffee. "How do into the dark. Just dropped his gun and ran." offer is still good." only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him
turned away. you take it?" he asked.
George and the young man both looked puzzled at "Nope. I'm closed Christmas day," George said. "See should not perish, but have everlasting life.'
"But Mister, please help ..." The door of the office "None for me," said the officer. each other. ya the day after." John 3:16
closed behind George as he went inside. He went to the "Oh, yer gonna drink this. Best in the city. Too bad "That guy work here?" the wounded cop continued. George turned around to find that the stranger had re-
office wall and got the keys to his old truck, and went I ain't got no donuts." The officer laughed and winced
back outside. He walked around the building, opened "Yep," George said, "just hired him this morning. turned. "Where'd you come from? I thought you left?"
at the same time. True, perhaps! In any
the garage, started the truck and drove it around to Boy lost his job." "I have been here. I have always been here," said the
The front door of the office flew open. In burst a young
where the couple was waiting. "Here, take my truck," The paramedics came in and loaded Chuck onto the stranger. "You say you don't celebrate Christmas. Why?" event...we hope that stories
man with a gun. "Give me all your cash! Do it now!" the
he said. "She ain't the best thing you ever looked at, but young man yelled. His hand was shak- "Well, after my wife passed away, I just couldn't see like this continue to be
she runs real good." ing and George could tell that he had what all the bother was. Puttin' up a tree and all seemed circulated. We hope you
George helped put the woman in the truck and never done anything like this before. a waste of a good pine tree. Bakin' cookies like I used
to with Martha just wasn't the same by myself and be- and your family, loved ones
watched as it sped off into the night. He turned and "That's the guy that shot me!"
walked back inside the office. "Glad I gave 'em the sides I was gettin' a little chubby." and friends all experience
exclaimed the officer.
truck, their tires were shot too. That 'ol truck has brand The stranger put his hand on George's shoulder. "But the best we as humans
"Son, why are you doing this?"
new ." George thought he was talking to the stranger, you do celebrate the holiday, George. You gave me have to offer...
asked George, "You need to put the
but the man had gone. The Thermos was on the desk, food and drink and warmed me when I was cold and
cannon away. Somebody else might
empty, with a used coffee cup beside it. "Well, at least get hurt."
he got something in his belly," George thought.
The young man was confused.
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EarthTalk ® From the Editors of
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Wine in 2011
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organizations from liability associated to hungry families and individuals hungry people or for animal feed or love reading stuff written by people who $100, which will probably not recover soon. to suffer and the last to recover during an
with the donation of food waste to through local human service agencies.” compost is a winning scenario for all actually know what they are talking about. economic turndown. There are likely to be
nonprofits assisting individuals in need. They usually collect less perishable concerned parties as it not only provides
What’s likely to occur in the year ahead?
Dear Such is the case with Mark Spivak and his Severe discounting of expensive wine will ongoing price breaks for California Cabernet,
The Act protects donors in all 50 states items like canned goods, which can be relief to overburdened landfills but also
E a r t h Ta l k : take on 2011 and Wine. continue, as a multitude of California boutique Australian Shiraz and Italian Super Tuscans.
I work at a fast food place and I am from civil and criminal liability for good stored and used any time. In contrast, helps meet social welfare, agricultural
faith donations of “apparently whole- food rescue programs typically trade in and environmental needs. Also, those His speech is simple..."the wine market wineries try to stay afloat. Many of them While high-end Bordeaux and Burgundy are
appalled by the amount of unpurchased
food we throw away. The boss says we some food”—defined as meeting “all perishable and prepared foods, restaurants, grocery stores and other tends to follow the broader economy, and won’t. As the recent startups exit the stage, it likely to remain the quaff of the rich, the
can’t give it away for legal reasons. quality and labeling standards imposed distributing it to agencies that feed businesses that donate food will likely there’s finally some good news: Things are will increase the tsunami of quality juice average French producer will be forced to take
Where can I turn for help on this, so the by Federal, State and local laws and hungry people, usually later that same reap the additional reward of saving starting to improve.” available on the open market. Look for more some steps to change their label. Look for more
food could instead go to people in need? regulations even though the food may day. Mama’s Health, a leading health money on their actual waste removal bill Wine sales in the U.S. have actually been and more private labels, as restaurants, hotels, bottles that inform Americans what grape
not be readily marketable due to education website, maintains an as their trash bins and dumpsters won’t growing over the past few years, believe it or cruise lines and big-box retailers move in to variety the wine is made from, rather than what
— Ryan Jones, Richland, WA
appearance, age, freshness, grade, size, extensive free database of food banks be filling up quite so fast. not, but the conventional take advantage of this region it comes from.
Many restaurants, fast food or surplus or other condition.” and food rescue programs state-by-state.
otherwise, are hesitant to donate unused CONTACTS: wisdom has been that situation. In the U.K., Will our love affair with Pinot Noir continue?
While homeless shelters, elder care Unused or even partially eaten food CalRecycle most consumers have private labels now Very likely, as the film “Vertical” (the sequel
food due to concerns about liability if
organizations and boys and girls clubs waste can also be utilized even if it’s not www.calrecycle.ca.gov;
people get sick after eating it—
are frequent beneficiaries of food edible by human standards. The U.S.
traded down; the bulk of constitute 40% of to “Sideways”) goes into production."
especially because once any such food Mama’s Health, the increase has occurred wine sales.
Department of Agriculture approves of www.mamashealth.com;
is out of the restaurant’s in the under-$12 price Alternative closures
food businesses giving or selling food North Carolina Division of
hands, who knows how range. At the top end, will become more
waste to local farmers for use in Pollution Prevention and
long it might be before it the booming auction
is served again. But
composting or as animal feed. If such Environmental Assistance, popular, and I don’t
food contains or has come into contact www.p2pays.org.
market has pushed mean screw tops.
whether these restaurants
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with meat, it should be boiled for 30 collectibles into the Increasingly, better
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not be held liable for food SEND yOUR ENVIRONMENTAL
infections in the animals that eat it. our wine world tended to offered in Tetra Pak
donated to organizations, QUESTIONS TO:
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might take to change
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company policy would be P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT 06881; with wealth concentrated about it objectively,
a little advocacy from Many cities and town are now expand- at the top 2% of the
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concerned employees. population and everyone perfect storage and
kitchen scraps and yard waste and then E is a nonprofit publication.
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of food discards, reports the North If you buy wine at auction, you’re likely to
response, Congress passed the Bill fornia’s CalRecycle website, “collect
Emerson Good Samaritan Act, which
Carolina Division of Pollution The information contained in this column 25%, which is a very good sign. The slowest revel in continuing bargains for Vintage Port
food from a variety of sources, save the Prevention and Environmental does not necessarily reflect the opinion of segment is still the “dead zone’ between $50- and Sauternes. These dessert wines are the first
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US-Bound Planes to pass


v on Passenger
Information to TSA
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ibby Zay says "Each and every one of
197 airlines that fly to or through the
United States will now collect and
share passenger information with the govern-
ment to be checked against terror watch lists.
The Obama administration announced
Tuesday the names, genders and birth dates
of all passengers will be gathered and
checked before the planes fly into the U.S.

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the move completes one of the 9/11
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Commission's recommendations, marking a


milestone in the government's counterterror-
ism efforts. For several years, the program
has been delayed due to privacy concerns
and three revisions.
The program, called "Secure Flight," was
designed to increase the amount of time U.S.
authorities have to identify and remove
suspected terrorists. In addition, the program
should reduce the number of instances when innocent passengers are
mistakenly identified. Post September 11th, thousands of passengers have been
misidentified, including well-known figures like former Senator Ted Kennedy.
In the past, airlines were responsible for checking passenger lists against
terror watch lists. Since the only identifying information airlines had was a
name, they could easily be mistaken for other people on the watch list. Even
children, such as eight-year-old Mikey Hicks and five-year-old Sam Adams
had to deal with airport drama. Now that gender and age information will be
shared, there should be less incidents.
Under the new program, when people make a flight reservation their
information will be sent to a Secure Flight database run by the Transportation
Security Administration within seconds, TSA Administrator John Pistole said.
The program has been phased in over the past year, with many travelers already
supplying their gender, birth date and full name when purchasing tickets."
More junk to complain about in the friendly skies...
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his is the car that
in 1954 could have "killed" the
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GMs big sales and profit Division, cam-
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Chevy was coming out with its 6-cyl.
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transmission and side curtains here was a
sports car from Olds with a big old V-8
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So, GM said no to Oldsmobile on build-
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BFF: Best Friend Farted Battery Low! ROFL...CGU: Rolling On The The world's rarest automobile. A 1954
GHA: Got Heartburn Again Floor concept old's Rocket F88 - the only one
BTW: Bring The Wheelchair in existence. (read the story below) John
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IMHO: Is My Hearing-Aid On? to acquire.
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an unbelievable $3,240,000. This acqui-
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Adult School
Program ***Reminder on California law
for Older Adults regarding cell phones and driving
Free to Seniors 55+ A law passed by the California Legislature made
it an infraction to talk on a cell phone while driving
safely reached your destination. The only allowable
exception is to contact law enforcement, the fire
effective July 1, 2008. On January 1, 2009, an department or a health care provider in an
Offering additional law was enacted making it emergency situation.
an infraction to use any type of A police officer can stop any motorist
low-cost electronic wireless communication seen using a cell phone, or similar
device to write, read or send text device, to issue them a traffic
Medical based communications. citation. Huntington Beach Police
Assisting Adults are allowed to talk on a Department strictly enforces
hands free cell phone device while thes e law s . S o f ar in 2010 ,
Classes. driving. Anyone under 18 years old Huntington Beach police officers
is not allowed any use of a cell have issued 2,748 traffic citations
Front & Back Office phone while driving, not even with for these offenses.
a hands free device. No one is allowed For more information about the
Just Call to write, read or send text based use of electronic wireless commu-
(714) 847-2873 communications while driving.
The law is stricter on teen drivers because of their
nication devices while driving, visit
the California DMV web page at
for more information. lack of experience in driving. Also, teen drivers are http://www.dmv.ca.gov/cellularphonelaws/index.
more likely to be distracted while driving. The best htm or view the DMV video on cell phone laws from
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or the sixth consecutive year,
the Surf City USA® Marathon
is partnering with the
Irvine-based Free Wheelchair
Mission for a fundraising
event that is directly re-
sponsible for changing
the lives of nearly
38,000 disabled people
worldwide. The innovative
"Run for Mobility" (Sunday,
February 6, 2011) encourages all
For over 11 years, Colette’s Children’s runners to use the Surf City
Home has provided 1,400 homeless Marathon, Half Marathon and all-new
One Mile run/walk as a way to raise funds that
women & children with emergency and send specially engineered wheelchairs to needy and
developing nations. Information is available at www.runsurfcity.com.
transitional housing. An alliance forged in 2006, Surf City USA Marathon runners have raised
more than $1,800,000 and, when stretched wheel to wheel, the wheelchairs
distributed with these proceeds would cover the entire 26.2 mile beachfront
course. With a target goal of $300,000 and 5,000 additional wheelchairs for
Their mission: Colette’s Children’s Home 2011, Run for Mobility has implemented several exciting programs to encourage
provides a safe and nurturing environment participation including the inaugural Team-Training-Together (T3), a free
training program for first time and seasoned runners and racing for free if you
where at-risk women and children can raise $500 by race day.
obtain support & services needed to T3 provides coached groups every other week as well as valuable tips
on proper hydration, nutrition, effective cross training, flexibility, and other
achieve self-sufficiency. relevant run related topics. Participants receive a comprehensive training
program incorporating all the essential components of a safe and effective half
marathon training regimen. The group meets every other Saturday at 8 AM at

(714) 596-1380
the Huntington Beach Pier.
"The Run for Mobility is one of Free Wheelchair Mission's most valued
partnerships. It gives runners the ability to provide the transforming gift of a
wheelchair around the world," said Free Wheelchair Mission founder Don
www.healinghomelessness.org Schoendorfer. A recipient of the U.S. House of Representatives 'Certificate
of Special Congressional Recognition' in March, Schoendorfer added, "Run
for Mobility has become a cornerstone of our annual fund raising efforts
and would not be possible without the support of the entire Surf City
Marathon management team."
Globally, Free Wheelchair Mission has manufactured and shipped 521,000
wheelchairs to 77 countries since it was launched in 2001. While conventional
45 wheelchairs can cost between $500 and $30,000, Schoendorfer, a mechanical
engineer, developed an inexpensive version; a simple contraption made from a
plastic lawn chair and 24-inch mountain bike tires.
"It's truly amazing to think that our race in Huntington Beach has impacted
so many needy people across the globe," said Surf City USA Marathon
General Manager Amy Tomchak. "There are few opportunities to make such a
significant impact on so many lives and running for those who can't is a great
way to make the race more meaningful for everyone involved."
The 15th Surf City USA Marathon is held on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 6,
2011 and plays host to over 20,000 runners from around the world. Staged in
front of The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton hotel, this exclusive oceanfront
course runs on Pacific Coast Highway, past the famous Huntington Beach Pier
and winds through the surfing beaches that define Southern California. Weekend

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Post Race Beer Garden. Through Free Wheelchair Mission's Run for Mobility,
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the race as raised more than $1.8 million over the past six years and distributed
nearly 38,000 specially engineered wheelchairs to needy and developing
nations. More information is available at www.runsurfcity.com.

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Strikes, Media Contracts, kobritz
Ticket Sales on
Sports
& the Economy!
M a k i n g players get the concessions they want from the over who gets to charge what for sports
predictions is owners, money will trump safety and the programming, with the consumer ultimately *GOLD CARD MEMBERS
usually a fool’s 18-game season will become a reality. picking up the tab. Last year’s tussle pitting
Two for One Appetizers
By Jordan Kobritz g a m e , b u t The NBA will not be so fortunate. The News Corp against Cablevision and Dish
human nature issues in the league – read: finances – are Network resulted in the loss of World Series (Of equal or Lesser Value)
being what it is, the temptation is irresistible. worse than they are in any of the big four. games for some subscribers. The only
So here are my five top sports business stories question in 2011 will be: Who’s next? During your Happy Hour Visit
Owners are looking for a complete overhaul
for 2011, in no particular order after number of the player compensation system. Look for The economy is an issue sports business has
one, labor issues in the NFL and NBA.
The $9 billion-a-year NFL is the number
this negotiation to result in a work stoppage
before an agreement is reached.
been dealing with for three years now and
2011 will make four. Although financial
UltimateHappyHour*
one sport on TV and in any survey of Another major story in 2011 will be indicators are starting to creep higher in some Mon–Sat 4:30pm to 7:30pm
sports fans. The current expires after the continuing evolution in how we areas, the uptick is slow and selective. Count
this season and I have
been saying for months that the
consume sports. New media plat-
forms as well as the expansion
on ticket prices falling in some sports and
retaining and/or adding sponsorships may PowerHour
owners and players aren’t be problematic.
dumb enough to shoot
of existing platforms will Daily 9:00pm - 10:00pm
make headlines this year There you have it. The five biggest sports
LIVEEntertainment
themselves in the head – and beyond. business stories in 2011. Check back this time
by failing to reach an next year to see just how foolish I am.
agreement without A third story to
a work stoppage. keep an eye on is Nightly
Or are they?
A new deal won’t
how tickets to are
sold. Dynamic
pricing is all the rage
, MonthlyDrink&
get done without an
agreement to extend the
after the San Francisco
Giants used the concept to
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does not necessarily reflect the opinion of FoodSpecials
regular season to 18 games. The Local News.
add millions to their ticket
The union maintains there’s no revenues last year. If you aren’t Jordan Kobritz is a former attorney, CPA, and
way that’s going to happen, with
their primary objection being the
familiar with dynamic pricing, it’s Minor League Baseball team owner. He is an
Assistant Professor of Sport Management at
•Full Bar
a variation of variable pricing, but Eastern New Mexico University, teaches the
safety of the players. In reality, what’s
ultimately at stake is money – hundreds of
prices can change – up or down – on a
moment’s notice.
Business of Sports at the University of Wyoming,
and is a contributing author to the Business of
•Catering
millions of dollars for both sides. Once the Sports Network. Jordan can be reached at
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