Daily Archives: October 31, 2006

Endorsement watch: Puzzlement

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Today the Chron gives its most puzzling endorsement of the cycle. Not because Rep. Kevin Brady is an oddball choice for re-election – frankly, given what a nut Brady’s opponent is, I’d be pushing the button for him if I … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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TV or not TV?

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Is today the last you’ll see Chris Bell on TV? Maybe, maybe not. At least two Houston television stations – KPRC and KHOU – have no Bell campaign commercials booked or paid for to air after today. Two of Bell’s … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Chron poll #3: Senate

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

What is there to say about the third Chronicle poll, which shows Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison winning by a 61-27 margin over Barbara Radnofsky? Well, that poll was done by Zogby, which as it happens just released its latest batch … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Will there be a rail effect in CD07?

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Take a look at this last mailer that Jim Henley is sending out to district residents this week. The top bullet point for Henley is his promise to “secure funding for Houston’s light rail”, while the top point for John … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The ABA rides again

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Did you know that the old American Basketball Association has been reincarnated as a regional minor league, with a total of 53 franchises across the country, including a new one here in Houston? Me neither, but it sure sounds like … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Trick or treat!

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Houstonist guest writer Crystal lays down the law for Trick or Treating at her house: You must be old enough to walk, but not old enough to shave, and you must be in costume. Fine rules, and not too much … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Specs for the Intermodal Terminal

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Charles Kuffner

Christof reads the environmental assessment for the proposed Intermodal Terminal (formerly known as the Northern Intermodal Transit Center) so we don’t have to. He summarizes the most interesting bits, which are worth reading to see what Metro is up to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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