Alex Wibholm
Alex is a lifelong Iowa resident with a strong background in personal finance, international business, midwest college & pro sports, politics and agriculture. He currently is employed with a large international agricultural firm in the area of quality management.
Alex is the author of the Amazon top selling book The Passive Income Investor .
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Alex is the author of the Amazon top selling book The Passive Income Investor .
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Royals’ Perez Making Strong Comeback: A Fan’s ReactionAfter missing nearly the entire first half of the season, Royals’ catcher Salvador Perez has come out swinging.Also published on:
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Kansas City Royals Mid-Season Awards: A Fan’s OpinionA closer look at the mid-season award winners for the Kansas City Royals.Also published on:
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First Person: When a Friend Asks for a LoanRecently a good friend asked me for a rather sizeable loan. Here is how I handled the uncomfortable financial situation.
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Lower Cooling Costs During a Heat WaveHow I was able to lower my cooling bills despite triple digit temperatures outside. -
Royals’ Billy Butler Selected as 2012 MLB All-Star: A Fan’s ReactionKansas City Royals’ designated hitter Billy Butler was named to the 2012 American League All-Star team.Also published on:
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First Person: Why I Gave Up GardeningWhy I decided to give up vegetable gardening as a way to save money. -
First Person: My Pay-Me-First BudgetHow I transitioned from a line item budget to a pay-me-first budget.Also published on:
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First Person: Saving Money One Glass of Water at a TimeLessons learned from a one-week all water financial diet.Also published on:
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The 55th Annual PBA Tour Season ScheduleThe Professional Bowlers Association recently announced their 2012-13 Tour schedule.
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2012 NBA Draft ScheduleThe 2012 NBA Draft gets underway Thursday, June 28 from Newark, New Jersey.
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UEFA Euro 2012 Semifinal Round ScheduleSpain squares off against Portugal in the first semifinal of the UEFA Euro 2012 on Wednesday, June 27, while Germany takes on Italy in the second semifinal on Thursday, June 28.Also published on:
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A Fan’s Take: Which Royals Are All-Stars?As the All-Star Game approaches, which Kansas City Royals players have a legitimate shot of making the team?Also published on:
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30th Birthday Wishes for Prince William in 30 WordsPrince William turns 30 on June 21. We asked contributors to send along birthday wishes, goals and suggestions -- in 30 words or less.
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Can Coal Survive?The industry that has provided heat, power and jobs for generations of Americans is officially on life support. Is it worth saving? -
Did the PBA Select the Right Man for Player of the Year: A Fan’s OpinionA few reasons why Australia’s Jason Belmonte should have been crowned the 2011 – 12 PBA Player of the Year.
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PBA Names the 2011-12 Player of the Year: A Fan’s Reaction29-year-old Sean Rash wins the 2011-12 Professional Bowlers Association Chris Schenkel Player of the Year
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A Fan's Take: Is Alcides Escobar the Best Shortstop in the American League?The Kansas City Royals shortstop Alcides Escobar is proving to be one of the best young shortstops in all of baseball.
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Jason Lundquist Wins PBA Regional Players Championship-East: A Fan’s ReactionJason Lundquist edges Jason Sterner by nine pins to win the Professional Bowlers Association’s Regional Players Championship-East
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2012 NASCAR Charlotte Schedule: May 26-27The Charlotte Motor Speedway plays host to the Sprint Cup’s Coca-Cola 600 on May 27 and the Nationwide’s History 300 on May 26.
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UEFA Euro 2012 Schedule: Group DEngland, France, Sweden and Ukraine begin play in Group D of the UEFA Euro 2012 on Monday, June 11, 2012.
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PBA Payouts Depressingly Low: A Fan’s TakeThe number of players earning over $100 thousand per season has been dropping like a rock in the PBA over the last 8 years.
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Kansas City Royals Pitching – Quarter Season Stats: A Fan’s ReactionA closer look at how the Royals starting pitching and bullpen are performing through the first 41 games of the 2012 MLB season.
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UEFA Euro 2012 Schedule: Group CCroatia, Ireland, Italy and Spain begin play in Group C of the UEFA Euro 2012 on Sunday, June 10, 2012.Also published on:
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UEFA Euro 2012 Schedule: Group BDenmark, Germany, Netherlands and Portugal begin play in Group B of the UEFA Euro 2012 on Saturday, June 9, 2012.Also published on:
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UEFA Euro 2012 Schedule: Group ACzech Republic, Greece, Poland and Russia begin play in Group A of the UEFA Euro 2012 on Friday, June 8, 2012.
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Kansas City Royals Hitting – First 40 Games: A Fan’s ReactionA position by position look at the Kansas City Royals hitting through the first 40 games of the MLB season.
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PBA’s Petraglia Reaches Milestone of Winning PBA Titles in Six Decades: A Fan’s ReactionPBA Hall of Famer Johnny Petraglia is the first player in PBA history to win a national tour or senior tour title in six decades.
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Royals Limping into New York to Begin 9-Game Road Trip: A Fan’s TakeThe Kansas City Royals are losers of 4 of their last 5 games heading into 3-game road series against the Yankees, Orioles and Indians.
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PBA Names 2011-12 Sportsmanship Award Winner: A Fan’s ReactionSweden’s Martin Larsen was named the 2011-12 PBA Steve Nagy Sportsmanship Award winner.
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PBA Names 2011-12 Rookie of the Year: A Fan’s ReactionFormer Wichita State All-American Josh Blanchard is the 2011-12 PBA Harry Golden Rookie of the Year.
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Finalists for 2011-12 PBA Player of the Year Announced: A Fan’s ReactionJason Belmonte, Mike Fagan and Sean Rash were named as the finalists for the 2011-12 Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year Award.
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2012 NASCAR Charlotte and Iowa Schedules: May 19–20The Charlotte Motor Speedway plays host to the Sprint Showdown on May 19, while the Iowa Speedway welcomes the Nationwide Series on May 20.
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San Antonio Spurs–Los Angeles Clippers Series ScheduleThe semifinal matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Clippers gets underway on Tuesday, May 15.
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Los Angeles Lakers–Oklahoma City Thunder Playoff ScheduleThe Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Semifinals beginning May 14.
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Red Hot Kansas City Royals Look to Tame Texas Rangers: A Fan’s TakeThe Kansas City Royals travel south to take on the Texas Rangers in a 2 game series May 14 and 15.
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NASCAR Darlington Schedule: May 11–12Darlington Raceway plays host to the Sprint Cup’s Bojangles Southern 500 and the Nationwide’s VFW Sport Clips Help a Hero 200
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Extreme-Right Party Grabs Power in Greece; Is the U.S. Paying Attention?The ultra-nationalist Greek political party known as Golden Dawn captured 21 seats in the Greek parliament in recent elections -
American League Schedule: Weekend of May 11–13A series by series look at the AL schedule for the weekend of May 11 – 13
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Bob Learn Jr. Captures the PBA Senior Mooresville Classic: A Fan’s TakeBob Learn Jr. wins his first Senior Tour title by winning the PBA Senior Mooresville Classic
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National League Schedule: Weekend of May 11–13A series by series look at the NL schedule for the weekend of May 11 – 13
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Royals’ Chen Looks to End Struggles Against Red Sox: A Fan’s TakeKansas City Royals ace pitcher Bruce Chen is looking for his first win of the year against the Boston Red Sox
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PGA Schedule of The Players ChampionshipGolf’s unofficial fifth major tournament will be played at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida May 10 – 13.
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First Person: Using Landscaping to Reduce My Home Utility CostsHow smart placement of trees and scrubs can reduce utility expenses while beautifying your property
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More Than 40 Percent of Americans to Be Obese by 2030Researchers at Duke University recently published a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine estimating that 42 percent of Americans will be obese by 2030 -
First Person: The Importance of Income DiversificationWe’ve all heard of investment diversification, but what about income diversification?
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Royals Split with Yankees; Welcome Struggling Red Sox: A Fan’s TakeThe Kansas City Royals split their four game series with the New York Yankees and now host the struggling Boston Red Sox
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Royals’ Hochevar Continues to Struggle: A Fan’s TakeLuke Hochevar gets knocked out of the game in the third inning of the Kansas City Royals 10 – 4 loss to the New York Yankees.
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Canada Kills the Penny; Should the U.S. Follow Suit?May 4 marked the final date of production of the Canadian penny. Should the U.S. end production of its own 1-cent coin? -
National League Schedule: Weekend of May 4-6A series by series look at the NL schedule for the weekend of May 4 – 6
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PBA Star Mike Fagan Wins Track Dream Bowl Palace Open: A Fan’s ReactionPBA Player of the Year contender Mike Fagan captures the Track Dream Bowl Palace Open in Munich, Germany
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Royals Win 5 of Their Last 7; Grab Opener Against Yankees: A Fan’s ReactionAfter an April that saw the Kansas City Royals lose 12 in a row, Kansas City has won 5 of their last 7 to open the month of May
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American League Schedule: Weekend of May 4–6A series by series look at the AL schedule for the weekend of May 4 – 6
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Should Facebook Be Involved with Organ Donation?The social networking giant announced plans to connect organ donors with people needing transplants -
Walter Ray Williams Jr. Captures PBA Don Carter Memorial Title: A Fan’s ReactionHall of Fame bowler Walter Ray Williams Jr. nabs his third career senior tour title with a win at the PBA Don Carter Memorial Open.
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2011-12 PBA Season Points Standings: A Fan’s ReactionThe point leader standings of the Professional Bowlers Association Tour thru April 20
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Reviewing the Kansas City Royals April Pitching: A Fan’s TakeTaking a closer look at how the Royals pitching stacks up in the American League
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Royals Hitting in April – the Good, the Bad and the Ugly: A Fan’s TakeA hitter by hitter look at the Royals hitting in the month of April
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Cleveland Indians May ScheduleA game by game look at the May schedule for the Cleveland Indians
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2011-12 PBA Season Scoring Average Standings: A Fan’s ReactionThe scoring average leader standings of the Professional Bowlers Association Tour thru April 20
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Royals, Tigers Look to Right Ship in May: A Fan’s TakeBoth the Kansas City Royals and the Detroit Tigers are finishing April below expectations
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Chicago White Sox May ScheduleA game by game look at the May schedule for the Chicago White Sox
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Detroit Tigers May 2012 ScheduleA game by game look at the May schedule for the Detroit Tigers
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The Minnesota Twins May ScheduleA game by game look at the May schedule for the Minnesota Twins
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2011-12 PBA Season Earnings Standings: A Fan’s ReactionThe earnings leader standings of the Professional Bowlers Association Tour thru April 20
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Royals Bullpen Wearing Down Fast: A Fan’s TakeAfter only one month of play, the Kansas City Royals Bullpen is already overworked and wearing down
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PBA’s Summer Shootout Looks to Sizzle: A Fan’s TakeThe 10pin bowling lounge in downtown Chicago will host the 6th annual PBA Summer Shootout
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Who is the 2012 PBA Player of the Year: A Fan’s OpinionAfter another highly competitive year, who will win the PBA’s 2012 Player of the Year Honors?
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Royals Need to Continue Momentum in Upcoming Series Against the Twins: A Fan’s OpinionThe Kansas City Royals have their first must win series of the year facing the Minnesota Twins
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PBA Great Walter Ray Williams Jr. Nabs 81st Title: A Fan’s ReactionPBA Hall of Famer Walter Ray Williams Jr. captured his record 81st overall PBA title.
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NHL Playoffs Schedule: St Louis Blues vs. Los Angeles KingsA game by game look at the highly anticipated Western Conference Semifinals between the Blues and the Kings
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NHL Playoffs Schedule: Phoenix Coyotes vs. Nashville PredatorsA game by game preview of the second round playoff matchup between the Coyotes and Predators
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Breaking Down the Royals Struggles: A Fan’s TakeA close look at the five reasons the Kansas City Royals have struggled out of the gates
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Kansas City Royals May ScheduleA closer look at the Kansas City Royals May Schedule
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Kansas City Royals 2012 Interleague ScheduleA series by series look at the Kansas City Royals 2012 interleague schedule
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Royals Top Angels in Opening Series of Season: A Fan’s TakeThe Kansas City Royals take two of three in Los Angeles to start the 2012 regular season
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Belmonte Captures PBA Elite Players Championship: A Fan’s ReactionJason Belmonte tops Norm Duke, Mike Scroggins and Mike DeVaney in the finals of the PBA Elite Players Championship
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Royals Bats Disappoint in Opener: A Fan’s ReactionThe Kansas City Royals struggle at the plate in opening game against the Los Angeles Angels
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The Kansas City Royals Youth Movement: A Fan’s TakeThe Kansas City Royals will have the youngest team in Major League Baseball
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Previewing the Pepsi PBA Elite Players Championship Finals: A Fan’s TakeJason Belmonte, Norm Duke, Mike Scroggins and Mike DeVaney face off in the eliminator finals of the PBA Elite Players Championship
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2012 NFL Draft ScheduleHere is a closer look at the 2012 NFL Draft Schedule taking place live from the Radio City Music Hall April 26 - 28.
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April 2012 Kansas City Royals Schedule: A Fan's ReactionA look at the Kansas City Royals April Schedule.
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AccuScore Vs. Payrolls: a MLB Fan’s ReactionComparing AccuScore to 2011 team payrolls across major league baseball
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Norm Duke Captures Dick Weber PBA Playoffs: A Fan’s ReactionPBA Hall of Famer Norm Duke wins the Dick Weber PBA Playoffs presented by Hammer
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First Person: How I Learn Languages for FreeLearning a language doesn’t need to be expensive. Here are five ways to learn any language free. -
Kansas City Royals First Baseman Eric Hosmer; The Next Albert Pujols: A Fan’s OpinionWhy Kansas City Royals First Baseman Eric Hosmer is a superstar in the making and future AL MVP
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Colombia’s Andres Gomez Captures Carmen Salvino Classic: A Fan’s ReactionColombia’s Andres Gomez tops Wes Malott to win the Carmen Salvino Classic
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Chris Getz to Win Kansas City Royal’s Second Base Job: A Fan’s ReactionChris Getz is leaving spring training as the starting second baseman for the Kansas City Royals
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Kansas City Royals Sign Alex Gordon to 4-Yr Deal: A Fan’s ReactionThe Kansas City Royals sign Alex Gordon to a $37.5 million, four-year deal that includes a player option for 2016.
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A Fan’s Take: Which Royals Are Hitting Well as Opening Day Approaches?A position by position look at how the Kansas City Royals are hitting this spring training
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A Fan’s Opinion: Who is This Generation’s Greatest PBA Bowler?Walter Ray Williams Jr. vs. Pete Weber vs. Norm Duke
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A Fan’s Opinion: Who Will Win the PBA Player of the Year?Multiple PBA Stars are in the race for the 2011-12 PBA Player of the Year
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Mike Fagan Captures Brunswick Euro Challenge: A Fan’s ReactionMike Fagan wins the Brunswick Euro Challenge at Plaza Bowl in suburban Paris
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Duke and Malott Capture Mark Roth-Marshall Holman PBA Doubles Championship: A Fan’s ReactionHall of Famer Norm Duke and former PBA Player of the Year Wes Malott capture the Mark Roth-Marshall Holman PBA Doubles Championship
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A Fan’s Opinion: With Soria Injured, Who Should Close for the Kansas City Royals?Royals closer Joakim Soria will undergo reconstructive elbow surgery and will miss the season
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Previewing the Mark Roth-Marshall Holman PBA Doubles Championship: A Fan’s TakePreviewing the PBA Mark Roth – Marshall Holman Doubles Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada
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All-time Wins Leaders in Kansas City Royals History: A Fan’s TakeA close look at the all-time wins leaders in the history of Kansas City Royals baseball
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5 Unbreakable Single Season MLB Records: A Fan’s OpinionA closer look at 5 single season Major League Baseball records that will stand the test of time forever.
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First Person: Personal Finance Books that Changed My LifeFirst Person: Personal Finance Books that Changed My Life
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A Fan’s Take: Reviewing the Kansas City Royals Hitting in Spring TrainingA position by position look at how the Kansas City Royals are hitting this spring training
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Royals Catcher Perez Out 12 – 14 Weeks: A Fan’s ReactionKansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez had surgery on Friday to repair a tear in his left need
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Royals, Alcides Escobar Ink 4-Year Deal: A Fan’s ReactionShortstop Alcides Escobar signs a four-year deal with Kansas City worth $10.5 million
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All-Time Hits Leaders in Kansas City Royals’ History: A Fan’s TakeA closer look at the top ten hits leaders in the history of Kansas City Royals baseball
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PBA to Expand ‘Animal Pattern’ Program: A Fan’s ReactionThe PBA is growing its animal pattern lane conditioning program into a series of PBA Regional championship tournaments
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Alternative Investments Worth ConsideringWith the Dow close to 13,000, is now the time to look for alternative investments to stocks and bonds? -
Does Money Win Elections? Ask Mitt RomneyWhy Rick Santorum’s wins in Alabama and Mississippi prove that ideas and values trump moneyAlso published on: -
First Person: I Invest in Real Estate, But I'm No LandlordIf you want to invest in real estate, but don’t like the idea of being a landlord, consider these investment options.
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First Person: Am I Giving Enough to Charity?A young professional contemplates if he is giving enough each year to his favorite charities.Also published on:
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Hall of Famer Norm Duke Wins PBA Detroit Open: A Fan’s ReactionPBA Hall of Fame member Norm Duke wins the PBA Detroit Open
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Kansas City Royals Pitching Update from Spring Training: A Fan’s OpinionTwo weeks into the Kansas City Royals spring training; let’s take a look at the good, the bad and the ugly.
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Bowling Hall of Famer LaVerne Carter Dies: A Fan’s ReactionLaVerne Carter, wife of the late PBA superstar Don Carter, dies at the age of 86
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5 MLB Players with a Legit Shot at a 50/50 Season: A Fan’s OpinionA close look at 5 MLB players that have a legitimate shot at reaching 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single seasonAlso published on:
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PBA Tour Standings Thru March 6: A Fan’s ReactionThe point leader standings of the Professional Bowlers Association Tour thru March 6
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5 Greatest Starting Pitching Seasons in Kansas City Royals’ History: A Fan’s OpinionA close look at the top 5 starting pitching seasons in the history of Kansas City Royals baseball
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First Person: Why I Avoid Convenience Stores like the PlagueConvenience stores are great because well, they are convenient. But a hefty price comes with that convenience.
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Understanding On-base Plus Slugging: A Baseball Fan’s TutorialThe statistical understanding of on-base plus slugging (OPS) will change how you view successful hitting
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3 Lingering Kansas City Royals Questions: A Fan’s OpinionThe three biggest questions facing the Kansas City Royals as spring training play gets under way
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Does the PBA Have a TV Timeslot Problem? a Fan’s OpinionHow can the PBA succeed when it goes head to head with the likes of NFL football and NBA basketball?
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5 Greatest Offensive Seasons in Kansas City Royals’ History: A Fan’s OpinionA close look at the top 5 offensive seasons in the history of Kansas City Royals baseball
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Is Questioning CEO Pay Fair or Foul?Over the past 5 years there have been countless stories on CEO compensation. Is questioning another person’s salary fair?
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Things I like About the Minnesota Twins: A Rival Fan's TakeAs a Kansas City Royals fan, as tough as it is to admit, there are a lot of things I like about the Minnesota Twins.
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Australia’s Jason Belmonte Quickly Becoming an International PBA Star: A Fan’s OpinionWith Jason Belmonte’s title at the GEICO Shark Open, the Australian bowler is quickly becoming one of the PBA’s biggest stars
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Eligible Voters to Outnumber Taxpayers 3 to 1The number of those eligible to vote in the 2012 elections will dwarf the numbers that pay income taxes -
International Bowler Continue to Dominate PBA: A Fan’s OpinionWith Jason Belmonte’s title at the GEICO Shark Open, international bowlers continue to dominate the PBA this season
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Belmonte Wins PBA’s GEICO Shark Open: A Fan’s ReactionJason Belmonte wins his second Professional Bowlers Association title in a month, overcoming Chris Barnes in the finals of the GEICO Shark Open
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Why the Kansas City Royals Will Win the World Series in 2012: A Fan's TakeA close look at why the Kansas City Royals have a shot at becoming the 2012 World Series Champions
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Top 3 Bowling Movies of All Time: A Fan’s OpinionRanking the top 3 bowling movies of all time. Expect to find White Russians and rubber hands.
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Top Home Run Hitters in Kansas City Royals HistoryA close look at the top 10 home run hitters in the history of Kansas City Royals baseball.
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Royals Sign Catcher Salvador Perez to 5-year Deal: A Fan’s ReactionThe Kansas City Royals have signed catcher Salvador Perez to a 5-year, $7 million deal
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Is Pete Weber Bad for Bowling? a Fan’s OpinionPeter Weber is one of bowling’s greatest players ever, but is he bad for the sport?
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First Person: $125,000 Is My ‘I Quit’ NumberWhy $125,000 is all I would need to leave my job for two years
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First Person: Am I Saving Too Much for Retirement?How to find the right balance between living for today and planning for tomorrowAlso published on:
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First Person: 5 Products I'll Never Buy as GenericsI love a good deal; but there are a few items that I will never again buy generic to save a few bucks
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Ranking the Royals’ Outfield: A Fan’s OpinionA closer look at the top five Kansas City outfielders as the Royals begin spring training
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First Person: 3 Simple Changes Cut My Fuel Expenses By Almost 20%How I was able to cut my fuel bill by nearly 20 percent by implementing 3 small changes
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With PBA U.S. Open Defeat, Shafer’s Major Struggles Continue: A Fan’s ReactionAnother shot at a Major title slips through the fingers of PBA great Ryan Shafer
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Pete Weber Scores Fifth PBA U.S. Open Title: A Fan’s ReactionPeter Weber becomes the most successful bowler in the history of the PBA U.S. Open
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Missy Parkin Makes History at 69th PBA U.S. Open: A Fan’s ReactionMissy Parkin becomes the first women to reach the match play finals of a PBA U.S. Open
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Ryan Shafer Lead PBA U.S. Open Entering Match Play: A Fan’s Reaction25-year PBA veteran leads a talented field into the Match Play portion of the PBA U.S. Open
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First Person: My 15-Year-Old Car Is Still Saving Me $2,000 a YearWhy my 1997 Ford Explorer has been the best investment that I have ever made
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First Person: My $1,500 Trip to IrelandInternational vacations can be expensive, but this young traveler gives his tips for how he makes it work every year -
Second Round Recap of 69th PBA U.S. Open: A Fan’s Reaction14-year-old Kamron Doyle is on pace to be the youngest player ever to cash in a PBA national tour event
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Ranking the Royals’ Bullpen: A Fan’s OpinionA closer look at the top five Kansas City Royals pitchers coming out of the bullpen in 2012
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First Round Recap of 69th PBA U.S. Open: A Fan’s ReactionAfter the first round, Canadian Dan MacLelland leads a talented field at the 69th PBA U.S. Open
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One Question for the GOP DebateWith Super Tuesday on the horizon, here is the most important question the four remaining candidates should answer.Also published on:
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First Person: Debunking the Myth of 'Good Debt'Insight into how a young homeowner had a paradigm shift on his relationship debt
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Royals Ink Deals with Hosmer, Moustakas, Cain, and Mendoza: A Fan’s ReactionDays before pitchers and catchers report to spring training, the Kansas City Royals agreed to contracts with multiple opening day starters
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Newell Captures PBA Ricart Ford Open: A Fan’s ReactionFlorida native Scott Newell wins PBA Ricart Ford Open presented by Columbia 300 title at Sequoia Pro Bowl
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Couch Bowls Way into PBA Hall of Fame: A Fan’s ReactionBowling legend Jason Couch becomes one of few active players ever elected to the PBA Hall of Fame
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Barrett Wins PBA’s Scorpion Open: A Fan’s ReactionEnglish Bowler Dom Barrett Wins his first PBA Tour title at the Scorpion Open
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PBA Looks to Build Membership Abroad: A Fan’s TakeThe Professional Bowlers Association has launched a new membership drive to encourage bowlers from around the world to join the PBA.
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PBA Membership Drive Reaches Out to Younger Demographic: A Fan’s PerspectiveA new membership drive by the PBA is targeting a new, younger generation of bowlers with the new PBA24 membership
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69th U.S. Open: A Fan’s PredictionsThe PBA's 69th U.S. Open gets under way on Monday, February 20 at the Brunswick Zone Carolier in North Brunswick, New Jersey
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Bureaucrats Invade the School LunchroomA 4-year-old North Carolina girl was pressured to eat a chicken nugget school lunch after school officials deemed her sack lunch to be unhealthy -
How to Fix Major League Baseball: A Fan’s Letter to Commissioner SeligA fan’s open letter to commissioner Bud Selig on how to fix baseball.Also published on:
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Ned Yost to Manage Royals Through 2013: A Fan’s ReactionThe Kansas City Royals have exercised their option on manager Ned Yost to keep him with the team through the end of the 2013 season.Also published on:
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PBA, WTBA Announce Historic International Tour: A Fan’s ReactionThe PBA and the WTBA recently unveiled a historic alliance that will result in the first true worldwide professional bowling tour.Also published on:
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Fan's Take: Cardinals Sign Reliever Scott Linebrink, but Are They Doing Enough?Reliever Scott Linebrink agrees to terms on a minor league contract with the St. Louis Cardinals.Also published on:
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Cleveland Indians and All-Star Asdrubal Cabrera Ink Deal: A Fan’s ReactionThe Cleveland Indians signed All-Star Asdrubal Cabrera to a one-year, $4.55 million contract.Also published on:
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Fan's Take: Kansas City Royals--Contenders or Pretenders?With a string of offseason moves, do the Royals have the pieces in place to contend in 2012?Also published on:
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Jason Belmonte Captures Second PBA Title: A Fan’s ReactionJason Belmonte wins his second Professional Bowlers Association title, overcoming Sean Rash in the finals of the Chameleon OpenAlso published on:
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Ryan Ludwick Signing Adds Depth to Reds' Lineup: A Fan’s ReactionThe Cincinnati Reds sign outfielder Ryan Ludwick to a one-year contract.Also published on:
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Astros Sign SS Jed Lowrie to One-Year Deal: A Fan’s ReactionThe Houston Astros and shortstop Jed Lowrie agree to a one year, $1.15 million contractAlso published on:
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Wislawa Szymborska – Fortune’s DarlingThe Polish poet that survived Nazi invasion and decades of communism to humble our hearts with poems of life crossing politics.
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Your Guide to Berlin, GermanyYour travel guide for getting in and around Berlin and some recommendations for a first timer in the German Capital. -
Cardinals Sign Infielder Alex Cora: A Fan’s ReactionThe defending World Series Champs sign 14 year veteran Alex CoraAlso published on:
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Obama vs. the Catholic ChurchHas the president over stepped his bounds of separation of Church and State by requiring health insurance to include birth control?
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Cubs Claim Infielder Adrian Cardenas: A Fan's ReactionThe Chicago Cubs have claimed infielder Adrian Cardenas off waivers from the Oakland Athletics.Also published on:
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Who Works for Minimum Wage?There are arguments on both sides of the minimum wage battle. Let’s dig into the real numbers to get the whole story.Also published on:
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Marcum, Brewers Agree to One-Year Deal: A Fan's ReactionThe Milwaukee Brewers and right-hander Shawn Marcum agrees to a one -ear deal worth $7,725,000.Also published on:
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Stars Come Out for Fourth Annual Chris Paul PBA Celebrity Invitation: A Fan's ReactionThe NBA All-Star once again hosted his increasing popular stop on the PBA Tour.Also published on:
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Deadbeat NationHow the housing crisis and concept of strategic default is showing the true character of 21st century America
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End of the Tea Party?What Mitt Romney’s Florida win means for the long term viability of the conservative movementAlso published on:
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Solutions to Overcome Our Trillion-Dollar DebtAs a country, how can we say the health of our economy is improving if our national debt is growing by more than one trillion dollars per year? What solutions are needed to overcome these monstrous debts?Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: A Guide to Goodyear Ballpark in ArizonaYour guide to one of the best spring training spots in Arizona, Goodyear Ballpark, winter home of the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds.Also published on:
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Frank McCourt – to Limerick and BackHow one man turned childhood tragedy and misery into literary gold.
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Time to End the Cuban EmbargoWhy it is time for the United States to end its 50 year embargo against Cuba
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The Economic Blueprint Does Not Begin with American ManufacturingWhy the American manufacturing sector will never be great again and why that is OK.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: A Fan's Guide to Hammond StadiumYour guide to one of the best spring training spots in Florida, Hammond Stadium, winter home of the Minnesota Twins.Also published on:
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Paula Deen and the Food GestapoWhy the Food Network Star should ignore the naysayers and keep pouring on the butter.Also published on:
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Rick Santorum For…..Vice President?Why the former Pennsylvania Senator makes perfect sense as the Romney VP nominee
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Colbert’s Super PAC Undermines Electoral ProcessHow the Comedy Central host has gone over the edge of comedy and is threatening American democracy
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Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Ames, IowaThree great spots across Ames to watch the big game!Also published on:
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Huntsman Bows OutWhy the Jon Huntsman bid for the Republican Presidential Nomination was over before it began
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How to Properly Value Your HomeA 15 minute guide for quickly and accurately determining your home’s value.
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Top 5 Games During 2011 ISU Cyclones Football Season: A Fan's RecapWhat was the top moment of the 2011 Iowa State Football Season? Let’s count down the 5 biggest games of the season!Also published on:
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Edgar Allan Poe: The Original American Man of MysteryWhile known as one of America’s greatest mystery authors, Edgar Allan Poe lived a life that was perhaps even more mystifying than his great works.
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The Best of Small Town Midwest Life on the RiverWhen making plans for your next weekend getaway; take a look at these charming towns on the banks of the great rivers of the Midwest.
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Why Aren’t You Moving to North Dakota?With an unemployment rate under 4% and literally thousands of high paying jobs available; why aren’t more people calling the Roughrider State home?Also published on:
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A Week in BulgariaFor those looking for a unique adventure and unforgettable summer holiday; Bulgaria provides an experience that few nations on Earth can match.
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The Chinese Space Age?Are China’s plans for a human lunar landing the beginning of Chinese dominance in science and discovery or is it the jumpstart the US needs to reclaim its greatness?
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Dating on a Budget: Recession Proof Dating for 2012Your guide for fun dating ideas without breaking the bank!
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5 Home Run Stocks for 2012If you can hold your nose; here are 5 stocks poised for huge breakouts in 2012.
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The Power of the 15 Year Fixed MortgageWhich home mortgage is right for you, a 15 year or 30 year fixed rate? Let the debate begin!
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Top 5 Iowa State Cyclone Football Players of the Last 15 YearsA list of the top 5 Iowa State Cyclone football players of the last 15 years and their impact on the program.
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29 and Debt Free (Including the House!)A 6 year journey of paying off more than $60,000 in debt and becoming debt free before turning 30.
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5 Healthy and EASY New Year's ResolutionsForget the gym and the cabbage soup diets! For long lasting healthy living improvements, try these 5 simple New Year’s resolutions.
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A New YearA man finds that his New Year's prayers were more than he had bargained for.
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Winter in the PlainsA Winter Haiku.
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5 More Words & Phrases to Banish ForeverLake Superior State University once again released its annual List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Misuse, Overuse and General Uselessness. Here are 5 more that are equally worthy of banishment.Also published on:
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NumbersUSA is Wrong for USANumbersUSA is bringing the fight against legal immigration front and center as the presidential primary season heats up.
