Daily Archives: November 20, 2006

Settlement in janitors’ strike

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

And just like that, the janitors’ strike is over. Here’s an email from the SEIU that explains where they are: Hello everyone, What a difference a day makes! We have reached a tentative agreement for a 3 year contract for … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The janitors’ strike

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

I’m behind on blogging about the janitors’ strike in Houston – there hasn’t been all that much in the Chronicle, but this WaPo story captures the main point of interest. Ercilia Sandoval, 42, and her impoverished co-workers have become international … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Bowling

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

So the Chron has projected who’s going to which bowl game this postseason. Has anyone informed Tulsa that they’re doing double duty? GMAC (Jan. 7): Tulsa vs. Ohio New Orleans (Dec. 22): Middle Tennessee State vs. Tulsa Pretty neat trick, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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RIP, Robinson Warehouse

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

The old Robinson Warehouse, at the corner of Montrose and Allen Parkway, is facing the wrecking ball. The Aga Khan Foundation purchased just over 11 acres at the corner of Montrose and Allen Parkway to build a Muslim Ismaili center. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Shelley’s service: Short but not sweet

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

I certainly enjoyed this Chron cover story on the travails of CD22’s Congressperson-for-a-day, but I was struck by something as I read these passages: “She has mortally damaged herself for ’08,” said Bill Miller, an Austin media consultant who works … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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RIP, Eatzi’s

Posted on November 20, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Via Houstonist, I see that high-end takeout joint Eatzi’s has served its last meal in Houston. EatZi’s Market & Bakery was expected to close its doors at 6 p.m. on Nov. 16. The shelves at the bakery were nearly empty … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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