Daily Archives: August 29, 2003

You read it where first?

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

Notice anything similar about this Houston Press article from last week and this column in today’s Chron by their new hotshot Rick Casey? Me too. I can think of three possible explanations: Casey didn’t read Tim Fleck’s story and found … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Three Day Weekend Roundup

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals has named the three-judge panel to hear arguments in the Texas 11 Democrats’ lawsuit which contends that dropping the 2/3 rule is a violation of the Voting Rights Act. The panel includes George … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Schlitterbahn in Galveston

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

Here’s some more good news. Schlitterbahn announced plans Thursday to build a $28 million water-park resort in Galveston. The family-owned, New Braunfels-based company plans to build the state-of-the-art park on 25 acres adjacent to Moody Gardens and the Lone Star … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Plea bargain coming for Enron treasurer?

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

Hmm, this could get interesting. Indicted ex-Enron Treasurer Ben Glisan Jr. is negotiating a plea bargain and cooperation agreement with federal prosecutors. Glisan, one of the highest ranking Enron officials before he was fired for his involvement in a side-deal, … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Time for a little laugh

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

Well, hey, if certain other bloggers can post interesting photos of themselves from olden times, I figure I can too. This picture was just sent to the MOB mailing list. (I’m the guy on the left, in case there’s any … Continue reading → Continue reading →

Posted in See, I do have a life! | 9 Comments

Flood the Zone Friday: Unstable Stewardship

Posted on August 29, 2003 by Charles Kuffner

It’s Friday again, meaning it’s time for the second Flood the Zone Friday. This week the boys at Not Geniuses are focusing on the environment. They’ve got some better guidelines for writing and sending your letter, based in part on … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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