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Mercury's Taylor named 2011 All-WNBA second team: Fan reactionPenny Taylor's consistent play gives her a 2011 All-WNBA Second Team nod. -
The Lynx win the WNBA Finals: Fan reactionThe Minnesota Lynx sweep the Atlanta Dream to win the WNBA Finals in Game 3 of the series.
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Taurasi's 2011 accomplishments continue to be recognized: Fan reactionPhoenix Mercury's Diana Taurasi named All-WNBA First Team in 2011
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Lynx take second game in WNBA Finals from the Dream: Fan reactionThe Lynx are on the verge of winning the WNBA Finals as they take their second win against the Dream.
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Lynx win Game 1 of WNBA Finals: Fan reactionThe Minnesota Lynx pick up the first win in the WNBA Finals against the Atlanta Dream.
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Two key players re-sign with the MercuryDiana Taurasi and Penny Taylor resign with the Phoenix Mercury.
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Fan's look: WNBA Finals set with Dream at MinnesotaAtlanta Dream have a second chance while the Minnesota Lynx are first appearing to the WNBA Finals.
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Atlanta Dream back in WNBA Finals, this time against Lynx: A fan's lookThe Atlanta Dream return to the WNBA Finals heading to the top-seeded Lynx's Target Center.
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Lynx look to make lucky 13th season monumental as WNBA champions: A fan's takeThe 2011 season has been dominated by the Minnesota Lynx, but they have one more series to win for this season to by truly memorable.
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Lynx push past Mercury to win Western Conference: A fan's takePhoenix Mercury are swept in Western Conference by Minnesota Lynx.
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DeWanna Bonner three-peats as Sixth Woman of the YearThe 2011 Sixth Woman of the Year is awarded, again, to DeWanna Bonner.
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Lynx trounce Mercury in first game of Western Conference FinalsTaurasi was the only player ready to play for Mercury, but she was not enough against the Lynx.
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Fan's preview: Mercury head to Minnesota to take on LynxThe Western Conference is set with the Phoenix Mercury and Minnesota Lynx to battle it out to advance to the WNBA Championship.
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With seconds left, Dupree puts go ahead bucket in for a Mercury win: Fan reactionMercury head to Western Conference Finals with Candice Dupree last second bucket.
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Phoenix push for Game 3 in Seattle: Fan's lookThe Phoenix Mercury pick up a rare win against the Storm to force a game three in the Western Conference Semifinals.
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Viewers increase for WNBA's 15th seasonOnline and televison viewers up for WNBA's 15th year.
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Storm beat Mercury for the second time in two weeks: Fan reactionMercury go down in the first game in the best of three series to the Storm.
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Taurasi and other Mercury players are showered with awards for the 2011 regular seasonMercury's Taurasi receives her fourth scoring title in a row.
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Storm's win over Mercury gives Seattle the No. 2 seed: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury lose to the Storm to fall as the No. 3 seed as Seattle takes the No. 2 seed
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Bridesmaids Deliver on Laughter and as an Uncharacteristic Female ComedyIn a comedy unique to women, Bridesmaids offer a new view of a wedding.
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Mercury head to Seattle in postseason for best of three series: Fan previewUnable to win in Seattle last week, the Mercury must win this week agaist the Storm to continue on in the 2011 WNBA playoffs.
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Phoenix Mercury lose two in a row to close out regular season: Fan reactionWith the Lynx win, the Mercury go into the playoffs losing their last two regular season games.
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Phoenix Mercury pick up win at home against the Shock: Fan reactionPhoenix win against the Shock in a game they are expected to win against the struggling team.
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Last game of the season for the Mercury is against the top-seeded Lynx: Fan previewThe Mercury finish off the 2011 regular season at home but against the team with the best record in the WNBA, Lynx.
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The Mercury have a chance to even series with the Storm: Fan previewThe Storm host the Mercury, winning the past 9 of 10 against Phoenix.
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Shock come to town to play spoiler for the Mercury's postseason seedingThe Shock have nothing to lose which can be worrisome for the Mercury.
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Mercury stay close to second-seeded Storm with win over Sparks: Fan reactionSparks give it their all but Mercury's run and gun too much for Los Angeles.
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Mercury go home to play Sparks: Fan's viewSparks travel to Phoenix after the Mercury have been on a four game trip on the road.
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Silver Stars Take the Win and Chance of Clinching Playoff Spot from MercuryThe Mercury had a chance to clinch a spot into the postseason with the win, but Silver Stars' win postpones Phoenix's playoff clinch.
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Mercury have big game against Silver Stars: Fan previewWith the playoffs nearing, Mercury and Silver Stars matchup in a big Western Conference game with playoff standing implications.
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Phoenix Mercury on a two-game winning streak with win over Shock: Fan reactionShock's two game winning streak snapped as the Mercury extend their winning streak to two.
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HIke Minutes from Pagosa Springs at Reservoir HillReservoir HIll is a hiker's oasis in the middle of Pagosa Springs.
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2011 Jeep Patriot Lives Up to Jeep NameWhile not as rugged as other Jeep products, the 2011 Jeep Patriot started when the key turned and got through the snow without an expensive off-road package.
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Corridor and Interchange to Mesa Verde to Be Improved with Federal FundsAlong with renovations inside the park, Mesa Verde is also getting an upgrade to so that visitors can enter with greater ease.
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The Shock may be in the cellar but look to upset the Mercury in Tulsa: Fan's previewEvery game needs to be won by Phoenix so that they can have the second seed in the Western Conference; the Shock want to see every team lose at their hands.
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Phoenix Mercury finally able to pick up a win, barely: Fan reactionThe Mystics gave all they could, but the Mercury were able to snap a two-game losing streak.
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Two games dropped by Phoenix Mercury: Fan reactionThe Connecticut Sun pick up another win over the Phoenix Mercury.
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Liberty come into Phoenix to pick up win from Mercury: Fan reactionPhoenix Mercury's winning streak stops at two games with New York Liberty victory.
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Mystics look to play spoiler to the Mercury's postseason aspirations: Fan previewPhoenix Mercury must be focused even against the Mystics.
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Mercury and Sun tip-off with much more than standings on the line: Fan's takeSun have the first win but the Mercury are going to bring their all to even the teams this year.
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Mercury helped by Taylor's 28 to win against the Silver Stars: Fan reactionEven without 2011 All-Star Diana Taurasi, the Mercury were still able to get win over the Silver Stars with the help of fellow 2011 All-Star Penny Taylor.
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Mercury may be playing Eastern Conference Liberty but still plenty to gain and lose for both teams: Fan's takeThe New York Liberty were beat by the Phoenix Liberty just two weeks ago and are hoping to take a win in Phoenix.
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With seconds left, Taurasi's shot wins game for Mercury: Fan reactionSeattle Storm were on their way to another win over the Mercury until errant pass is stolen by Taurasi and put up for the go ahead basket.
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Mercury can advance in Western Conference against Silver Stars: Fan's viewThe Phoenix Mercury can gain ground in the Western Conference with a win over the Silver Stars.
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Mercury draw even in busy week of games: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury go even for a week packed with four games and gain some ground in Western Conference.
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Mercury's Taurasi named Player of the Week: Fan reactionThe WNBA Player of the Week for the Western Conference award goes to Phoenix Mercury's Diana Taurasi.
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Mercury going up against team they have yet to beat this year: Fan previewWith two losses and no wins, the Mercury need to pick up their first win against the Storm to stay competitive in the Western Conference.
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Mercury go down in overtime against the Sparks: Fan reactionMercury stumble on the road and lose in overtime to the struggling Sparks.
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Mercury win against another red hot team: Fan reactionThe Dream have been red hot but could not find enough fire against the Mercury.
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Mercury pick up big win at home against LynxA nine game winning streak is no more for the Lynx with the Mercury's win.
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Mercury lose in overtime to the Sun: WNBA fan reactionIn a close game, the Sun win by one and the Mercury are still looking to recover their winning ways in another game.
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Busy week for Phoenix Mercury: Fan's lookThe Phoenix Mercury have plenty of opportunities to pick up some wins and gain ground in the Western Conference this week.
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Mercury's Braxton traded to Liberty for Spencer: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury make a big trade move by picking up Sidney Spencer and sending Kara Braxton to the New York Liberty.
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WNBA raises funds and awareness during Breast Health Awareness WeekPink will be seen everywhere as the WNBA holds Breast Health Awareness Week.
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Fall is the Season for PumpkinsAfter decorating with pumpkins, enjoy the fruits of this versatile gourd.
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Mercury stop losing streak with much needed win against the LibertyThe three game losing streak is no more for the Mercury iwith winn against the Liberty.
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Mercury meet for one game this week against Western Conference leading LynxLynx started the Mercury's three game losing streak, and the Mercury have a chance for redemption this week.
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Taurasi honored as Top 15 Player of All Time : Fan reactionWith over 700 players, Diana Taurasi is in rare company as one of the Top 15 Players of All Time fhroughout the history of the WNBA.
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Mercury lose again, this time against the Silver Stars: Fan reactionThe spark has been lost by the Mercury as they return to the past and are again experiencing the dreadful feeling of 3 straight losses.
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Seattle Storm take second win away from the Mercury: Fan reactionThe Seattle Storm continue their winning ways with a ninth straight win against the Phoenix Mercury.
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East Wins WNBA All-Star Game against the west: Fan reactionThe East made the shots they needed to take the win away from the West in the WNBA All-Star Game.
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Close Western Conference means every game counts for Mercury: Fan's takeOne loss can drop a team two spots, and one win can advance a team up two spots; the Mercury must win to keep pace in Western Conference.
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Pheonix Mercury midseason recap: Fan's takeThe Mercury are in the middle of a tight Western Conference at the season's half-way point.
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Taylor to join Taurasi as Mercury All-Stars: Fan reactionThe Mercury will be represented by two players, Taurasi and Taylor, for the WNBA All-Star Game.
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Pheonix Mercury winning streaks halted by the Lynx: Fan reactionWith one game, the Lynx are on top of the Western Conference, and the Mercury drop to 3rd.
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Taurasi to represent Mercury at 2011 WNBA All-Star game: Fan reactionAs the schedule for most WNBA teams is limited to a few games, if even that, this week, the stars are planning to put their skills for all to see. The voters have spoken and the starters for the 2011 WNBA All-Star Game have been finalized.
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Mercury play second big game against Lynx in just as many weeks: Fan's takeIn a light week of WNBA games, the Phoenix Mercury (10-4) are playing just one game this week.
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Mystics fifth straight loss is the Mercury's sixth win in a row: Fan reactionThe beginning of the season found the Phoenix Mercury desperately seeking their first win. Once the first win finally occurred, the Mercury put the 0-3 start behind them and accelerated into the 2011 season.
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The Mercury's first big test passed against the Lynx: Fan reactionThe Lynx gave it their all, but the Mercury were able to come from behind for the win against their Western Conference foes
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Mercury can improve their standings in Western Conference this week: Fan previewIf the Phoenix Mercury take care of teams, they should get an additional edge in Western Conference.
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Another game against the Shock, another win for the Mercury: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury have little trouble with the Shock, again.
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Mercury players on list of candidates for WNBA's Top 15 Players of All Time: Fan reactionTwo Mercury Players made the final cut to be voted on as possible Top 15 Players of All Time in the WNBA.
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The Mercury continue their winning ways against Shock: Fan reactionThe descent of the Tulsa Shock was assisted by a blazing hot Phoenix Mercury team out to prove their better than how they began their season.
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Vote to see Mercury players represent Phoenix in the 2011 WNBA All-Star GameSeveral Phoenix Mercury players have played into the possibility of being WNBA All-Stars, but need to be voted in to play in the big game
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The Mercury even the score against the Sparks: Fan reactionMercury are recovering from early losses, picking up one against the Sparks on Tuesday.
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The Mercury come back after trailing all of the first half to take victory from struggling Sky: Fan reactionWith two teams going into two different directions, the Mercury pull away with another win while the Sky lose their third game in a row.
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Wasting Light Brings Back Solid Rock SoundsGet ready to rock like you never have with the Foo Fighter's new album Wasting Light.
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Veterans' Injuries Forgotten with Few to Help Those that Have Served the CountryLocal veterans are not alone when being underserved to received Veteran's Affairs disability benefits.
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Indiana evens the series against Phoenix: Fan reactionFour wins in a row was an ideal recovery from the Mercury's dismal start, but Fever picks up fourth win in a row to stop Phoenix's streak.
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Mercury win fourth game in a row, beating the Sky: Fan reactionThe Mercury start the 2011 season 0-3 but are now on a four-game winning streak and above .500 with win Saturday against Sky in Chicago.
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Mercury on a three game winning streak with win over Dream: Fan reactionWhile the Phoenix Mercury did not start out the way they planned, their third straight win comes against the Dream Friday night.
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The Small Town of Pagosa Springs Goes Big for the 4th of JulyWith a small town feel, Pagosa Springs provides big city entertainment throughout the week leading up to the 4th of July.
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Second game against Silver Stars, different outcome for the Mercury: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury are back on track after going 0-3 by beating the undefeated Silver Stars Tuesday.
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First win may be what Mercury need to get 2011 season rolling: Fan reactionPhoenix are the last winless team but get first win against Indiana Sunday.
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Even at home, Mercury still winless: Fan reactionSilver Stars win places them undefeated, and the Mercury still looking for their first win.Also published on:
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Mercury drop second game in row on road against Sparks: Fan reactionThe Phoenix Mercury are 0-2 with two away game losses, visiting the L.A. Sparks for the second loss of the season.Also published on:
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Much for Mercury to work on after opening against Storm: Fan's takeThe Phoenix Mercury have much to work on after visiting reigning WNBA Champions Seattle Storm.
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Optimism boils over for Phoenix Mercury's 2011 season: Fan's lookThe WNBA season tips off for the Phoenix Mercury on June 4 with high hopes for the 2011 season cited by the team.
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Summer Festivals Display Colorado's DiversityFrom sampling Colorado produce and brews, listening to varied genres of music, or just enjoying the flowers, Colorado summer festivals epitomize the array of Rocky Mountain activities.
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High Elevation Gardening a Hobby of Patience and PlanningGardening is renowned for being a hobby of patience. Creativity, experimentation, and science intermingle, and Rocky Mountain components of elevation and sunlight causes additional sweat and strife, trying the most patient.
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Chimney Rock National Monument Legislation Back AgainWith no legislative action last year, legislation to designate the ancestral Pueblo site of Chimney Rock Archaeological Area in Southwest Colorado is up before the legislature again this year.
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This Earth Day: Picnic for the PlanetAs local Earth Day festivities reinvigorate the importance of our fragile planet on April 22, Picnic for the Planet is a universal celebration where all are invited.