Daily Archives: December 24, 2005

Once again, Merry Christmas, Mel Torme

Posted on December 24, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

Every year around this time, I link to my favorite Christmas story, featuring Mark Evanier and Mel Torme. I do it because every year it’s worth reading again. Check it out and see for yourself why. Continue reading →

Posted in Websurfing | 2 Comments

It’s always Christmastime for polluters

Posted on December 24, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

The Galveston-Houston Association for Smog Prevention, also known as GHASP, has something to tell you. From their press release: When chemical plants and refineries violate air pollution regulations, they can count on light fines from Texas environmental officials, according to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

Posted in Elsewhere in Houston | 2 Comments

Banking on bridge

Posted on December 24, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

Take that, poker! Poker may be all the rage with junior high school kids, but the two richest men in the country are betting a million dollars they have a better card game to offer young people: bridge. That’s contract … Continue reading → Continue reading →

Posted in Other sports | 3 Comments