Daily Archives: March 18, 2006

Blood drive for Debutant today

Posted on March 18, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Remember Debutant, the local blogger whose sister was a college classmate of mine and who recently had a stem cell transplant to treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia that is Philadelphia Chromosome positive? There’s a blood drive being held for her today: … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The newest rapid transit corridor

Posted on March 18, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Christof points out that the impending completion of the HOV lane on the Southwest Freeway into downtown will be like a new rapid transit corridor, since it will make the Park and Ride/Express Bus system much more viable for people … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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DA seizes computers from Alvarado’s district office

Posted on March 18, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

The search for evidence in the investigation of improper bonuses to Mayor Pro Tem staff continues. The key issue of whether city employees implicated in a payroll-padding scandal had approval from Councilwoman and former Mayor Pro Tem Carol Alvarado led … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Why Frank Madla lost

Posted on March 18, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Confusion over health insurance leaves children suffering Three-year-old Ryla Woodard spent a weekend in the hospital earlier this year when she broke out in a rash, her fever spiked to 103 and doctors diagnosed her with mononucleosis. Just days later … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Irish sessions

Posted on March 18, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

In the spirit of Saint Patrick’s Day weekend, let me highlight this article on the freewheeling Irish music sessions at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck. One part jam session, one part apprenticeship opportunity, it’s a longstanding tradition that helps fuel the local … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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