Daily Archives: June 8, 2010

Who helped the Greens get on the ballot?

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

According to Wayne Slater, it was “an out-of-state Republican consultant with a history of helping conservative causes and GOP candidates.” Green Party officials said an outside group gathered the 92,000 signatures and gave them as “a gift” to the party, … Continue reading →

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The Baylor-PAC 10 emails

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

It’s impossible to keep up with all of the Big 12/PAC 10/Big 10 stuff, and the many possible permutations of what could happen, but I was amused by the emails from a Baylor regent trying to whip up support for … Continue reading →

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Followup on Renew Houston

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

So I attended that blogger briefing I wrote about last week to learn more about Renew Houston. It was very informative, and I want to thank CM Costello and his staff for taking the time to talk to us. They … Continue reading →

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Astroworld empty lot update

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Last week, we got word that the old Astroworld site, which has been empty since the last of the old rides were auctioned off in January of 2006, has a new owner – it had previously changed hands back in … Continue reading →

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“How much was that game worth?”, Dallas edition

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The question of how much a big sporting event affects a city’s economy is one I’ve pondered numerous times over the years. With the Super Bowl coming to Dallas Arlington, following on the heels of the NBA All-Star game, it’s … Continue reading →

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