Mark Crowley II
I am former small town police officer, from Norhtern Colorado. Just focusing on being Dad to my three wonderful children. I occasionally write on Law Enforcement subjects, as well as a variety of other topics. I'm a Jack of All Trades, Master of None.
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Highlands Ranch Public Safety Training Institute,working on Degree in Criminal JusticeMotto
'Journalism is just a gun. Its only got one bullet, but if you aim it right that's all you need.Affiliations
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Restaurant Review of Gilligans in Tampa FLAnyone who visits Tampa FL and doesn't get 'Stranded Downtown' at Gilligans is missing out.
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Sharp DreamsDreams are a strange thing. Sometimes one can't tell the difference.
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Middleburg roads washed away from the the rainThe week long rains have washed out roads in Middleburg FL and Black Creek and the St. Johns River are slowly rising more and more -
Restaraunt Review: Five Guys Burgers and FriesFive Guys burgers are fantastic, but the decor leaves something to be desired, and the service definitely could have been better.
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Surviving the Graveyard ShiftNot everyone can be a teacher or have a 9 to 5 type job. Some of us work 'shift work' After spending the last 10 plus years working the 'late shifts' I have developed some tricks and tips to help you survive the Dreaded Graveyard Shift.
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Tropical Storm Fay Makes LandfallWinds, Rain, scattered Tornadoes, and More Wind and Rain. That is essentially the weather pattern for the next 48hours or so for Much of Florida.
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Local Restaraunt Review: The Longhorn Steakhouse on Fleming Island, FloridaSince moving to Northeast Florida I have been hard pressed to find a good steakhouse, until I ate at Longhorn that is. -
Restaraunt Review: Montana Mike's in Colby, KansasWhile traveling from Colorado to Florida I had the Opportunity to stop overnight in Colby Kansas. While I was there I had one the of best meals I've eaten in quite sometime.
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United States Supreme Court Ventures into Uncharted Territory with Landmark Decision on Second AmendmentThe United States Supreme Court has ruled 5-4 that the Washington DC ban on handguns is unconstitutional.
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Nikon D-40 Product TestI recently purchased a Nikon D-40, Digital SLR. I am normally a Canon guy, but I had heard nothing but good things about this camera and I was in the market for a new camera so I thought I would get out of my Comfort zone. I am really glad I did. -
Cell Phones and Driving: A Police Officer's ThoughtsAs a police officer I believe that I can offer a unique perspective on Cells Phones, and other types of Technology that can Impair your driving.
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House Finance Committee Has Approved SB 08-082, Bringing Sunday Liquor Sales in Colorado One Step Closer to RealityThe Senate has passed the bill Allowing Sunday liquor sales in Colorado. The bill is now in the House appropriations committee, the final step before going to the full House for a final vote.
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Albuterol Inhaler Side EffectsI am a mild asthmatic. I'm also a Police Officer, this means I needed a rescue inhaler that wouldn't have wierd side effects. Albuterol wasn't it for me.
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Turbo Tax 2007Turbo Tax 2007 claims that it makes life easier around tax time. I'llanalyze it.
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Season Premiere of Shark on CBS Stayed True to FormThe long awaited return of Sebastian Stark (James Woods) in what has to be one on the better crime dramas on Television today, picks up right where it left off, and its done in style.
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Police Officer Fatalities up 28 Percent from 2006The number of Law Enforcement Officers killed in the Line of Duty this year is up a staggering 27% according to the latest statistics -
The Top Ten Movies of 2007These ten movies have set the bar pretty high for the 2008 releases.
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The Worst Movies of 2007Read on to find out the 10 movies of 2007 that weren't even worth the popcorn to sit through.
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Product Review: Lexmark 4850 All-in-one Wireless Printer/Copier/ScannerI bought a Lexmark 4850 all-in-one wireless printer/copier/scanner because I already enjoy the freedom of working anywhere I want in the house, except if I have to print something. This completed the 'home wireless' system.
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Restaurant Review: Trail Dust Steak House in Englewood, ColoradoThis restaurant is sort of a 'Phoenix' if you will. It was consumed by a horrible fire in 1999 and reopened in September of 2000, with the promise of a 'new and improved' atmosphere.
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Denver Named 'Most Dangerously Drunk City' in AmericaThe 'Brown Bottle' has gone full circle in Colorado. In 1916, Colorado ceased all liquor sales, four years ahead of the rest of the nation. Now, Denver, Colorado has earned the dubious distinction of "Most Dangerously Drunk City." -
Review: World Series of Poker 2008: Battle for the Bracelets of the PSPYet another fantastic poker experience from the folks a Demonware and Activision.
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Transformers on DVD; Definitely 'More Than Meets the Eye'I saw the initial reviews for 'Transformers' and they weren't all that favorable. So I waited until it came out on DVD. After seeing it on DVD I wish I would have gone to the theatre.
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TV Review: Burn Notice on the USA NetworkBurn Notice is about a spy who is 'fired' from his job and is fighting to get his good name back.
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Real World Product Test: Cannon Powershot Pro1 8mp Digital CameraI gave the Cannon Powershot Pro1 8.0mp digital camera a real world test at the NHRA Mopar Mile Hi Nationals at Bandimere Speedway in Morrison Colorado. -
Restaurant Review: Gunther Toody's Diner in Littleton, ColoradoGunther Toody's Diner offers Diners a 'Blast From the Past.' The Food, The prices and motif are all quite reasonable.
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Soliciting Money to NOT Abort a Baby? What Has Society Come To?The website helpmybabylive.com was created by an 'Anonymous' couple and is requesting donations to provide for their unborn child. If the donation level doesn't reach $50k by the end of first trimester they plan to abort the child.
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Mellow Mushroom in Middleburg, FL is a Little Too 'Mellow'The Mellow Mushroom chain opened a restaurant in Middleburg FL. After my experience there I am not overly impressed. There is much room for improvement.
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Hell's Kitchen is Open for Business AgainBack for a third season on Fox, 'Hell's Kitchen' pits 12 ordinary chefs against each other for a spot as the Executive Chef in one of Gordon Ramsay's famous resort restaurant.
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The 2007 Dodge Magnum Gets a Real World WorkoutWhile I was on vacation in Florida I had got lucky and the rental car I got was a 2007 Dodge Magnum. I drove it from Orlando to Naples to Jacksonville and Back to Orlando in a weeks time. It got a work out. No it didn't have a Hemi. Read on to find out more. -
Movie Review: VacancyIt all starts with a 'Shortcut' off the main highway. They all start that way.
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LAPD Air Support Division: Protecting and Serving from the Air for Over 50 YearsThe LAPD Air Support Division has grown from one lone helicopter in 1956 to an extensive fleet of helicopters equipped with all the latest gadgetry all in order to better serve the Citizens of the City of Los Angeles and the LAPD.
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National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial: A History of the Washington D.C. Memorial and a List of its New InducteesEvery year during National Police Week, a candlelight vigil is held to honor fallen officers and dedicate the names of those heroes who are being added to National Law Enforcement Memorial as a result of making the Ultimate Sacrifice. This year 382 names will be added. -
A Review of the Book The Digital Photography by Scott KelbyScott Kelby in my opinion is the 'Everyman's Digital Photographer and his book 'The Digital Photography Book;The step by step secrets for how to make your photos look like the pros'!' reflects his stunning ability as a photographer and as a teacher.
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Denver's Tattered Cover Bookstore: A Bookstore with Book SenseThe Tattered Cover bookstore started as a small operation and has grown substantially to meet the needs of Denver Metro book enthusiasts while staying true to their 'Independent Bookstore' roots