Daily Archives: August 24, 2008

Conventional coverage

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I’m not in Denver or going to Denver. I’m not that big on the national conventions, though I’m sure I’ll tune in for a couple of speeches. If you’re someone who wants wall-to-wall coverage of it, especially from a Texas … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The city of Houston versus the strip clubs

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Just an update in the ongoing legal battle. [N]early five months after winning the right to keep sexually oriented businesses at least 1,500 feet from residential neighborhoods, the city’s officials have yet to close a single establishment. The businesses have … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Corndog

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

A little weekend video fun, courtesy of Rindy Miller Media: I just want to know, where’d they find the bobblehead? Did they buy it, or was it a souvenir item from some event? Because I want one, too. Continue reading →

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An end to recorded sales calls?

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I just have one question about this: After a barrage of consumer complaints, the government is banning phone calls of recorded sales messages unless consumers agree to receive the calls. The Federal Trade Commission also announced that by December all … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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