Jim Roe
The 1968 World Series gained my attention in baseball, and I have been a tiger fan ever since. Being a business owner for 30 years has given me a keen insight into economics and business strategy.
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Two years of study in the Paralegal field.Interests
My interests are quite varied.I enjoy discussing politics and religion. Gardening always gets my attention in spring, but I have to break from it when baseball and nascar events are on.Favorites
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Disney World Has World Class Golf Courses: A Fan's TakeGolfers sometimes come across unintended hazards on the course such as alligators that come out to sun themselves
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World Golf Village Holds World Class Memories: A Fan's PerspectiveThe shrine not only has exhibits of all the great golfers, it also has an audio display that features sound bites from the legends of the game
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Tornadoes Ravage the U.S. And 2012 Could Be a Record YearFox news reported that as of 7:23PM on Friday, March 02, 2012 a total of 74 funnels had been spotted.
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Comerica Park Has Plenty of Attractions: A Fan's GuideHead on over to section 132 on the third base side and you will find the Fly Ball Ferris wheel. The 50-foot ride has baseball shaped seats that can accommodate up to five people.
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PBA Deserves Thanks for Encouraging Youth: A Fan's TakeUnlike most other sports, bowling has always been an activity that has welcomed full family participation
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London Travel Tips for 2012 OlympicsSummer is always the busiest season in London, and with the Olympic Games coming to town, 2012 will be busier than usual
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Stripers Plentiful in Lake LanierEvery time you go fishing for stripers on Lanier, it takes trial and error to figure out what they will or will not bite
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First Person: Living on Minimum Wage Is a Burdensome Task18 months later the 2008 Ford truck, I could no longer make payments on, was repossessed. Unable to pay the regular household bills on my own, I asked my daughter to move in with me and split expenses
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Tiger Woods Cannot Adapt to His New Team: A Fan's ViewTiger was a lot younger when Haney and Williams came on board. They all fell in line and clicked together as a team
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Trump Has Big Plans for the Blue Monster: A Fan's TakeThe Donald not only plans to modernize all off the nearly 700 rooms, but the golf courses as well. The first hole, currently a 525-yard par 5, is being extended by 100 yards
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Disney to Add Splitsville Bowling Alley: A Fan's ViewThe new 45,000 square foot entertainment center will sport 31bowling lanes on two luxurious floors.
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London Achieves Remarkable Success in Olympic Energy EfficiencyOlympic authorities, Government officials, and London residents have worked in concert to achieve monumental tasks that set the precedent for all future Olympic events to come
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Queen Elizabeth II, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Participate in OlympicsBorn in 1926, the 85-year-old monarch has played an active part in several Olympic events over the years.
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Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy Will Play Honda ClassicThis year, all eyes will be upon him as he struggles to get back into the top tier of golf. Currently ranked number 21, the Honda Classic offers the opportunity for Woods to step up the rungs of the ladder
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Pike Are a Favorite Sport Fish in the Northern StatesOne of the favorite foods of the species is minnows. Sprats are the most common bait when ice fishing for the monster sized mean guy
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Detroit Tigers Tickets and Special Events in 2012July fourth, free red, white, and blue Tiger hats will be handed out. These are a fan favorite, and even if the hats were not a factor, there is no better way to celebrate the greatest American holiday
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Suckers Are a Fun Fish to Spear in SpringThere are some people “including myself” that will not eat the ugly fish, but in some areas of the country, they are relished
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Great Golfers Falter at U.S. Open: A Fan's TakeSome of today’s best golfers have never won the U.S. Open. Phil Mickelson has finished second five times and has one-fourth place finish
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Pete Weber Follows in His Dad's Shoes: A Fan's TakeDick would be happy to know his love for bowling and his skill live on through his son Pete. Pete Weber just won his fifth PBA U.S. Open
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USPS Struggles to Make ChangesTo implement the changes, legislative reform has to come from Washington. The most significant savings would arise out of changes to employee’s health care benefitsAlso published on:
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Olympian Mary Alison Milford is a True to Herself AthleteMore concerned about the team than her own stats, Milford focuses on defense and makes sure other players are free to shoot and score
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Justin Verlander Aims for Number One in Cereal Sales: A Fan's TakeAccording to a spokesperson for PLB Sports, Verlander is among a very small group of athletes to donate one hundred percent of the proceeds to charity.
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The PGA Considers How to Change System: A Fan's PerspectiveHow to implement the new changes without losing revenue is one of the last major obstacles to overcome
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Hunter Mahan Wins WGC Tournament, Mcllroy Finishes Second: A Fan's TakeMahan has improved with every tournament played this year, coming in twenty- fourth, fifteenth, sixth and first respectively
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Tiger Woods Needs to Golf Well at Honda Classic: A Fan's TakeFans are unaccustomed to watching Tiger miss puts that once were an easy matter for him. In years past, Woods rarely missed an opportunity to capitalize from ten feet.
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Camping and Hostels for Olympic Lodging: Low Cost Lodging AlternativesThere are other campsites nearby as well, and prices and amenities vary from $10.00 per night to over $70.00
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Largemouth Bass Are Favored by AnglersThe reason largemouth bass are so revered is due to their tenacity. They are one of the hardest fighting game fish in America
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Golf Clubs and Balls Have a Long History of Change: A Fan's TakeThe golf ball however; did not receive due consideration until some inventive fellow devised the feathery in the early 1600s
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Tatyana McFadden Survived Against the Odds to Be An OlympianBorn with spinal bifida, leaving her paralyzed from the waist down, Tatyana was immediately rejected by the parent
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Tiger Woods Ranked 19 in Match Play Tournament: A Fan's ViewPrior to his victory, the Spanish golfer went through 6 months of back problems, and thought his golf career might be finished
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Peter Whiteford Not the First to Suffer Disqualification: A Fan's ViewThe golfer that was supposed to be on the tee was having lunch, so to beat a coming storm; the six players took their shots ahead of their scheduled tee time
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Candlestick Bowling a Far Cry from Tenpin: A Fan's ViewAfter rolling a regulation size, tenpin bowling ball down the lane for thirty years, the idea of holding a miniature, four and a half pound midget in the palm of my hand was not appealing
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London Olympic Mascots Will Inspire ChildrenIt took seven more months to narrow the large number of respondent ideas to three final competitors. Another seven months passed doing extensive research with the publicAlso published on:
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Blue Gill Fishing is Fun for KidsAn attractive feature for parents is the fact that blue gill can be fished from shore or a dock. In spring, they spawn and feed in shallow water, and can be hooked in rapid succession
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Johnny Miller Likes Mickelson and Mcllroy for 2012: A Fan's TakeMiller, now a broadcaster, said he once told Phil he was the greatest guy in the world to announce, because he does crazy things when he is playingAlso published on:
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Reports Concerning the Economy Are ConfusingThe discrepancy pertains to the way the unemployment numbers are recorded. According to the report, last week 100,000 regular unemployment recipients ran out of benefitsAlso published on:
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Lobster Fishing Requires Following the RulesThe rules are designed to ensure survival of the species. Ignoring any of them could cause a lobster fisherman to lose their license, and cost thousands of dollars in fines
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How George S. Patton Competed in the Olympics with Jim ThorpePatton did not force the retreat or surrender of the top competitors. The best he could muster was a fourth place finish in fencingAlso published on:
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Northern Trust Open Has Tradition of High Payouts: A Fan's TakeIn 1962, Jack Nicklaus won his first professional paycheck at the tournament, collecting a whopping $33.33Also published on:
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Detroit Tigers Will Hold Tryouts on March 5: A Fan's ReactionIn the “good old days”, all you had to do was hit a few balls and run a couple bases. It is not that way anymoreAlso published on:
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Professional Women's Bowling Has a Great History: A Fan's TakeIn 1980, the five foot two inch dynamo known as (Mighty-mite) won her second WIBC title in a row. She went on to capture five WIBC Tournament Crowns
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First Person: Home Remodeling Is No Longer a Good InvestmentBy the turn of the century the cost of labor and construction materials became so high, the homeowner began losing money by having remodeling work done
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Fishing on the Au Sable River is an Angler's ParadiseAnother thing to be aware of on the river is lumbering black bear that frequent its isolated banks searching for the same thing you are, fish
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Tiger Woods to Play Honda Classic: A Fan's TakeOriginally known as the Jackie Gleason Inverray Classic, the tournament has been played at several locations over the yearsAlso published on:
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Detroit Tigers' Trucks Head to Lakeland: A Fan's TakeNearly everything in the Detroit clubhouse had to go. Boxes of bats, baseballs, gloves, even chairs and personal paraphernalia were loaded on two trucks for the journeyAlso published on:
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Catholic Church Goes to War with White House Over Moral IssuesAfter Obama’s announcement on Friday, Warsaw made a public statement that the Lawsuit would continue, stating the compromise did nothing to exempt the religious network.
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Bowler Tommy Jones Wins in Hakata, Japan: A Fan's ReactionJones defeated reigning PBA Player of the Year Mika Koivuniema of Finland 290-204 to take the title.Also published on:
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Smelt Dipping is Inexpensive and a Great Family ExperienceOne of the best things about smelt dipping is it does not require a large volume of experience or equipmentAlso published on:
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Favorite Celebrities that Love the Game of Golf: A Fan's TakeKurt Russell started playing golf as a teenager. Sometime in his 20’s he put down the clubs and did not pick them up again for 25yearsAlso published on:
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Detroit Tigers Hold Edge in Central Division: A Fan's TakeThe pundits feel that a 90-win season could be the mark to shoot for to win the Central division this year. That does not seem like a high enough mark.Also published on:
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Jenny Simpson Wins Bid to Compete at LondonWhen the race was finished, not only had Simpson won, she had set a new collegiate record, smashing through the old one by seven secondsAlso published on:
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Detroit Tigers' Lineup Not Set as Spring Training Nears: A Fan's TakeWith time running out, Leyland has mixed feelings over what to do about the designated hitter position.Also published on:
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Bill Murray Reigns as King of Pebble Beach: A Fan's TakeThe king of the Pebble Beach tournament this year turned out to be a little bit differentAlso published on:
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Tiger Woods Spurned in Public Opinion Poll: A Fan's ViewThe world of “Woods” has changed a lot over the past three years. A few months before his world explodedAlso published on:
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PBA Air Chameleon Open from Nevada to Be Televised: A Fan's ReactionRash is favored to win this time around, and carries the credentials to permit him to do it. With four PBA Tour victories, one of them being a Masters, he is certainly capableAlso published on:
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USPS Can Not Compete with Private Enterprise and InternetUnless help is forthcoming, The Postal Service could reach its debt ceiling of $15.4 billion debt this year
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Becoming a Liberty National Golf Club Member is Not Cheap: A Fan's ViewThe brainchild of former Reebok CEO and chairman, Dan Fireman, the club hosts a rather impressive membership of the rich and famousAlso published on:
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PBA Joins Forces with WBTA: A Fan's ReactionThe Pro Bowlers Association (PBA) and the international bowling authority, The World Tenpin Bowling Association (WTBA) have formed an alliance that the PBA hopes will breathe new life into its popularity.Also published on:
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Tigers Look to Farm System for Fifth Starter: A Fan's TakeThat brings us to the last, and in my book, the best prospect of all, Drew Smyly. Smyly impressed the coaches with his first minor league season going 11-6, with a 2.07 ERAAlso published on:
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Zeroing In: PBA Needs to Change Format and Add MarketingBowling authorities on the other hand, have shown little interest to increase spectator participation, and doggedly proceed down the lanes of isolationismAlso published on:
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Shalane Flanagan is Ready to Run in the OlympicsIn 2008, Flanagan qualified for the Beijing Olympics, and was one of America’s best hopes for a medal in in the 10,000m raceAlso published on:
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Clint Eastwood Brings Comedy to Golf Channel: A Fan's TakeA comedy spoof named “Beer Cart Girl”, will be another addition to the Golf Channel, and will feature a beautiful girl driving around the course on a golf cart to deliver bottles and cans of foamy alcoholic refreshment to thirsty golfers.Also published on:
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Gwen Jorgensen is Prepared for the Olympic TriathlonGwen became the first U.S triathlete to qualify for the London Olympics by taking second place at the World Championship Series race at, London, last July.Also published on:
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Justin Verlander Honored During Offseason: A Fan's ReactionWhile the Super Sage award is a nice addition to his collection, Verlander undoubtedly gains the greatest satisfaction from his baseball featsAlso published on:
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The Greatest Bowlers of All Time: A Fan's PerspectiveAnthony played seven tournaments that year and did not earn a single dime in prize winnings. Disappointed by his failure, the young “Square Earl” went home to Washington and did not play the sport again until 1970Also published on:
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Bill Murray and Tiger Woods Ready to Play Pebble Beach: A Fan's TakeReady to stop Murray’s winning streak at one, Tiger Woods is back and he is pumped. Tiger has been in training, working on his swing and doing what it takes to be a winnerAlso published on:
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Jamie Beyerle Nominated to USA Shooting TeamIn the last 12 months, Beyerle has won three gold medals in World Cup competition, and placed in the top five in two others. Jamie’s name has graced the pages of every woman’s shooting magazine in America.Also published on:
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First Person: Have I Gotten Too Old for the Construction Trade?From a business point of view, I can understand the reasons construction companies pass over the wisdom of the aging for the vigor of youth.
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Golfer Injured by Golf Club: A Fan's TakeA call to 911 brought responders to the scene in time to save the man’s life and he is now recovering at home.Also published on:
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Detroit Tigers Ready to Roar in 2012: A Fan's ViewWith Justin Verlander in good form to continue his magic on the mound and a new relief pitcher Octavio Dotel to fill that weakness, I am hopeful the Tigers will go all the way this year.Also published on:
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PBA Takes Steps to Improve Player Participation: A Fan's TakeThe new program called “PBA24” is designed to provide easier and less costly membership to college students that have exhausted their collegiate bowling eligibility, or simply want to get involved in higher competition.Also published on:
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Levin Smokes His Way to Defeat at Phoenix: A Fan's ViewPerhaps the torment of the fans laid guilt on his sub conscious, or maybe he felt conspicuous in his defiant black and white garb. In any case, justice was done, and Levin should take the hint that smoking does not belong in professional sportsAlso published on:
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Paige Railey Sails in Olympics for Bone Cancer. Paige is an all-American girl, with a heart of gold and a deep desire. A sailing phenom from Clearwater Florida, Paige wants to be an Olympic sailing champion.Also published on:
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London's Olympic Parklands Beneficial to EnvironmentOnce the games have concluded the park will retain its environmental friendly atmosphere while incorporating markets, café’s and small pubs, to encourage tourist and resident engagementAlso published on:
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PGA Needs to Address Smoking and Marijuana Use by Players: A Fan's PerspectiveAs long as it is allowed, smoking on the green will continue. The presiding authority, the PGA itself has to be the one to step forward and put a stop to itAlso published on:
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Tips for Enjoying Joker Marchant StadiumDo not try to take your pet into the park. Only service animals are allowed. Most food and beverages will not make it past the gate either, but you will not need it anyway because the stadium is touted as having some of the best ballpark food around.Also published on:
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First Person: I Started a Business in the Middle of the Recession ... and It's ThrivingThe old tradition of lifelong employer-employee loyalty had fallen away, and a more profit driven form of business took shape.
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The History of the Olympics in LondonRome was originally awarded the 1908 games, but a little thing called, Mount Vesuvius, decided to erupt and upset the whole plan.Also published on:
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Golfers Have Become Better Athletes: A Fan's PerspectivePro golf players have discovered that proper exercise can add strength to their drives, and accuracy to their putsAlso published on:
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First Person: The Domino Effect of Failing BusinessThese businesses were part of my work routine. For five years, opening up the Ledgelawn was 50% of my spring income. The lumberyard that closed was where I purchased building materials. The Hardware was my plumbing and electrical source.
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Nicklaus and Player Contend in Rio De JaneiroThe contending bidders are eager for the chance to bring the game of golf to worldwide attention to spur new interest in the sportAlso published on:
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Phoenix Open Takes Green SeriousThis will mark the second year the Waste Management Phoenix Open has been involved in the green theme, and the way they approach energy conservation makes it fun for everyone and has a positive impact on the PGA concerning energy conservationAlso published on:
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First Person: I Lost My Income, But I'm SurvivingWith my self-survival instincts kicking in, I began to consider my options to achieve income. It is interesting to watch our own walls of pride dissipate in the midst of self-despair.Also published on:
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Golfing in the Great Indoors: A Fan's PerspectiveThere is no reason to suffer withdrawal symptoms for lack of the golf drug in the dead of winter.Also published on:
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Rocky Road for Tiger Woods: A Fan's PerspectiveIt seems like Tiger has lost his edge, his true desire to win. Psychologically, maybe he has. Maybe he just doesn’t care as much as he used to.Also published on:
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Golfer Kyle Stanley Will Come Back: A Fan's TakeBy the time, the smoke cleared Stanley had scored a triple bogey and found the number 2 position in the leaderboardsAlso published on:
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First Person: Construction Is Still a Bad Career ChoiceThe economy seems to be headed in a high tech, degreed direction. The high school graduate with no degree and a fondness to work with his hands has little opportunity to succeed.
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PGA Pink Slips Q School: A Fan's ReactionFeelings are mixed over the PGA proposal. Some pundits believe it is a move to gain more profit by adding revenues to the satellite Nationwide -- in need of a new sponsor next year.Also published on:
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Defense Cuts Increase ConfusionThere are conflicting reports as to whether the decrease in military spending is a true cut, or simply a drop in projected spending increases.
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Tiger Makes No Apology for Appearance Fee: A Fan's ReactionTiger Woods is making no apologies for the huge appearance fee; he reportedly received for competing at Abu Dhabi.Also published on:
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Jimmie Johnson Going for Sixth Sprint Cup ChampionshipMaybe it was time for Johnson, and his most enthusiastic fan-me, to eat a little humble pie. I found it does not taste good, and I got a hunch J.J., doesn’t like it much either.
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To Be a Pro Golfer, Start Young: A Fan's ViewAccording to Golf Digest, the best of the best started before they were out of high school.Also published on:
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Ali Scores a Knockout with the WorldLittle by little, perception of the reality of Mohammad’s truths gained support from the heart of America.
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Iran Remains Defiant as Russia Lends a HandWith nations divided on the issue, the prospect of an escalation of hostilities on a larger scale, should conflict occur, cannot be ruled out.Also published on:
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Ernie Els Struggles to Make Masters Cut: A Fan's ReactionThe ability to come through clutch situations is what separates golfers like Ernie from the “almost was players” that never quite make it.Also published on:
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The Ryder Cup Has Seen Major Changes Over the Years: A Fan's Perspective. Jack Nicklaus helped bring major change to the Ryder Cup in 1979.Also published on:
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Tiger Woods Upset by Haney's Book: A Fan's ReactionTiger Woods is heading abroad to play the European circuit for a while. He will be entering the Abu Dhabi Tournament before coming back for Pebble Beach.Also published on:
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Obama Kills the Pipeline and Stalls AmericaLet’s face it, America runs on oil. We all like the idea of getting away from dependence on fossil fuels, but we are not there yet.Also published on:
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Bill Clinton Revitalizing the Bob Hope Classic: A Fan's TakeShortened play and fewer amateurs are the latest steps taken to revive the once popular Humana Golf Tournament.Also published on:
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President Kennedy Whips Obama Off the Tee: A Fan's ViewContrary to popular belief, President Obama is neither the best nor most frequent golfing president we have had.Also published on:
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Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Mount Desert Island, MaineIf you plan on being at Mount Desert Island Maine for Super Bowl Sunday, it will be easy to spot the best sports bars. Just look for the businesses with the lights on.Also published on:
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The Standoff at Hormuz: Rumors of WarWhether or not all-out war with Iran can be avoided will become self-evident in the coming days and weeks.
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Fan's Reaction: Tebow Out, Romo In as Tiger's Partner at Pro-Am?Tony Romo tried to qualify for the U.S. Open four times but fell short.Also published on:
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Year-Round Golf Must Go: A Fan's OpinionThere are so many tournaments even fans are starting to get a little blasé about the sport.Also published on:
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Haney's Book on Tiger a Swing at Woods: A Fan's ViewEver since that fateful night in November of 2009 when Tiger’s car went head to head with a fire hydrant his game has been left of the fairway.Also published on:
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PGA Rule 6-7 Fine the Way It Is: A Fan's ViewRule 6-7 of the PGA golf rules has established guidelines for delay of game and they seem pretty reasonable.Also published on:
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Being a PGA Pro: The Dream of a LifetimeGee!, this could be a sign from the heavens that I’m supposed to go for my lifelong dream of becoming a professional golfer.Also published on:
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Mark Twain: An Adventure in LifeSamuel Clemens' personal life was as colorful as the speech of the fictitious characters in his novels.
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Tiger Playing at Pebble Beach, but I Don't Feel the Thrill: A Fan's TakeOn Monday, Tiger Woods announced on his website that he will be entering the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am this year.Also published on:
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First Person: I Lost 40% of My Retirement Fund. Now What?Having my 401(k) vested in high risk stocks, I lost 40 percent of my savings over the course of three months.Also published on:
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Steelers Couldn't Break the BroncosThe sportscasters found themselves drinking from the cup of humility and making excuses for Pittsburg’s lackluster performance by laying the blame on Roethlisberger’s sore ankle.
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The Exceptionalism of American BusinessSusie Orman says the American Dream is dead.
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What's so Great About the American DreamThey raised their hand and chanted, "Hiel Hitler".
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Stricker Is the Man at Sony Open: A Fan's ViewDespite recent health concerns, Stricker, who took the silver trophy at Maui, is the odds on favorite to win at WailaeAlso published on:
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Less for More at the MoviesGive me a movie I can watch without falling asleep
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Is it to Late for SarahSarah Palin still has time to get in the race.
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Retrofit Your Electrical Outlets to Be Energy-Efficientthere are a few steps even the most mechanically inept can take on themselves, to have a more efficient and comfortable home.
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Socialist AmericaWhat would a socialist America look like?
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Jewel of the IsleA tale of lost love and the Gods
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Technologically ImpairedTechnology is a mystery to me
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First Person: Why I Still Work in ConstructionThe construction field still comes with a few benefits.
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Santorum on the IssuesOld allegations of ethical violations could put Santorum on the defensive
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The True Church Revealed!How can we be sure we belong to the true church?
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Newsmakers of 2012Lets get Kim Kardashian out of the news limelight.
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Iowa Caucuses Can Give Impression of ElectabilityThe Republican candidates have been fighting tooth and nail to win over the voters in Iowa, and with good reason. With the entire nation watching, a strong finish in Iowa will leave the impression of electability on those of us who are still undecided.
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Sisters on a RampageFire and brimstone isn't always bad
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Is God an Ancient Alien?TV often depicts God as less than what he is.
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Obama Unscathed by Calls for ImpeachmentAs if protected by an invisible force field, Barack Obama carries out his presidential business, untouched by the animated complaints of his opponents.
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Right to Bear Arms Would be Jeopardized by a Second Obama TermCould a second term for Obama mean the loss of our guns?
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Time is TickingThe Mayan calender and December 21, 2012?
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Freedom ThreatenedSocialist Roseanne Barr says impeach.
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The Search for the Infallible PresidentThe political leaders of today are portrayed much differently than those of past years, but are they really?
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Keeping HopeEven though times are difficult, the future hold hope.
