Daily Archives: July 15, 2005

Local fundraising

Some fundraising numbers are in for the two open At Large City Council races, and they look good for Jay Aiyer and Peter Brown. According to the press releases I got, Brown will report raising $372,120.22 as of June 30th, … Continue reading Continue reading

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On the air again

I’ll be back to my usual not-in-the-studio guest gig on BizRadio 1320 AM again tomorrow circa 10:30. It was really cool doing the show at the mike last week, though it’s a bit nerve-wracking to work without a net like … Continue reading Continue reading

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Funeral services for Tim McGlashen

I’ve received email from Cid MacNamee that the funeral services for Tim McGlashen, the musician who passed away on Tuesday, will be tomorrow (Saturday) at noon at the Unity Church at Unity and Richmond. Here’s a map if you need … Continue reading Continue reading

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Can the Astros bounce back?

My apologies for not writing anything related to the All Star Game this year. I try, but I never can work up too much excitement about an exhibition game. I’m happy that the American League has continued its recent dominance … Continue reading Continue reading

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Are you ready for Harry?

The Chron goes all Harry Potter as the hours tick down to the official release at 12:01 AM. Bookstores all over town will be open along with eager kids and their bleary-eyed parents, no doubt lined up with randomly-drawn numbers … Continue reading Continue reading

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A different view on gay marriage

Bluebonnet from PinkDome published an interview with Chris Bell the other day, and the question of gay marriage came up: BB: What do you think about gay marriage? For real, now. CB: I don’t support gay marriage, but the constitutional … Continue reading Continue reading

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How’s that joint committee process going?

Now that David Dewhurst has said no more legislation until school finance is finished, one might wonder how that’s going. Five senators and five representatives are trying to work out their differences before the 30-day special session ends Wednesday. Many … Continue reading Continue reading

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