Maryam Louise
I am a research writer that is known for having a bit of wit.
I live between Louisville and the San Francisco Bay Area and cover local news, the Kentucky Derby, horse racing, weird sports, summer and winter sports, and sports trends.
In the past, I have contributed to biographies, compiling corporate histories, crafting family genealogies, ethnographic field work, freelance writing, making zines, and other ghost writing endeavors.
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I live between Louisville and the San Francisco Bay Area and cover local news, the Kentucky Derby, horse racing, weird sports, summer and winter sports, and sports trends.
In the past, I have contributed to biographies, compiling corporate histories, crafting family genealogies, ethnographic field work, freelance writing, making zines, and other ghost writing endeavors.
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Displaying Results 1 - 186 (of 186) for Yahoo! US News
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I Vote Judd: Kentucky's Motto Says Ditch MitchMaking the decision to vote for Ashley Judd is easy for me as a Kentuckian that believes in the state motto.
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Top 10 Mochipet Facts: Bay Area Music ProfileFuture and current loyal fans of Mochipet can learn a few things about this local internationally known musician.Also published on: -
Open on Christmas Day 2012: Top 10 Budget Restaurants in the Bay AreaWhen you are hungry, on a budget, and looking for restaurant options on Christmas Day, you need to know what is open without calling each location.Also published on: -
Top 10 Mayan Calendar End December 21, 2012 Bay Area EventsAre you looking for a party that celebrates the end of the Mayan Calendar? There are 10 events in the San Francisco Bay Area that want you to attend.Also published on: -
Eclipse Award for the Most Devoted Horse Racing Fans?: Fan's ViewI have been touched over the odd things these passionate Middle Eastern horse lovers will do in the face of adversity.Also published on:
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Five Weird Euro 2012 Soccer Videos: Fan's ViewIf you are watching the premiere European soccer event of the year in America, you may not be aware of all the hilarious footage and commercials shown overseas.Also published on:
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Fallen Soldiers Project Begins in San Francisco's Veterans AlleyOn June 27, 2012, Amos Gregory and the SF Vets Mural Project in San Francisco's Veterans Alley will begin to paint "4,484 names of the U.S. soldiers that were killed in the American conflict in Iraq" in the 76' x 130' space.
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Kentucky Derby Hats Off: 2012 Royal Ascot Out-Weirds America; Fan's ViewThe U.K. puts the freak element at the Kentucky Derby and Dubai World Cup to shame.Also published on:
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Ladies Only: 2012 Road to the Breeders' Cup, Grade I Female Horse Races; Fan's ViewIf you are looking for the next Zenyatta, stay tuned to races that feature Thoroughbred fillies and mares on their way to the 2012 Breeders' Cup.Also published on:
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Union Rags: Next Start, Race: Fan's ViewWill we see Union Rags before the Eclipse Awards in March 2013?Also published on:
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Summer 2012 TV Guide: June's Top Horse Races: Fan's ViewThere are still plenty of top horse racing events in June now that the 2012 Belmont Stakes has past.Also published on:
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Five Surprising Hadiths on Horse Racing, Horses: Fan's ViewDid you know that Islam has a lot of non-Quran references about horse racing from the Prophet Muhammad?Also published on:
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Five Saudi Arabia Horse Facts: Fan's ViewKnowing facts about Saudi Arabia and horses is key to understanding horse racing's favorite breed and their presence in the London 2012 Olympics.Also published on:
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Summer 2012: Unique Horse Racing Camps for Kids: Fan's ViewFar beyond your usual horseback riding or equestrian angles, these unique horse racing camps for kids will surprise you.Also published on:
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Odd Sports Job: 2013 Kentucky Derby Artist; Fan's ViewHave you ever wondered who designs the art for horse racing tickets?Also published on:
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Union Rags: Five Weird Facts About 2012 Belmont Stakes Winner: Fan's ViewUnion Rags definitely has a few good stories that horse racing fans will pass around for years to come.Also published on:
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I'll Have Another Joins 11 Injury, Fumble-Related Triple Crown Misses: Fan's ViewI'll Have Another joins over 20 other Derby-Preakness near misses and 11 that lost out on the Belmont Stakes due to fumbles or injury.Also published on:
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2012 Olympic Equestrian Events: Rules and FormatWatching the 2012 London Games means exciting, yet difficult to follow, equestrian events.Also published on:
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TV Guide: 2012 Olympics Equestrian Events ScheduleAre you curious about when to watch horse riding events during the 2012 London Games?Also published on:
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Winner of 2012 Belmont Stakes: Fan's ViewJust after 6 p.m. EST on June 9, the winner of the 2012 Belmont Stakes was revealed.Also published on:
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A Refund on 2012 Belmont Stakes Tickets?: Fan's ViewSince I'll Have Another dropped out, does this mean you can refund your 2012 Belmont Stakes ticket?Also published on:
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Belmont Stakes 2012: Angry Workers Attempted Strike; Fan's ViewThe 2012 Belmont Stakes almost had a human resources crisis.Also published on:
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Summer 2012: Unique Belmont Stakes Parties, Fundraisers; Fan's ViewA peek at how the rest of America is celebrating the 2012 Belmont Stakes.Also published on:
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10 Unique 2012 Belmont Stakes News Stories a Week Before the Race; Fan's ViewThe smallest details can give us insight into the upcoming 2012 Belmont Stakes win.Also published on:
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Is My Bet for I'll Have Another Canceled?; Fan's ViewIf you put money down on I'll Have Another, is your money gone?Also published on:
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Weird I'll Have Another Reactions, Future: Fan's ViewTaken out just a day before the race, I'll Have Another is forced to give up on the 2012 Triple Crown dream.Also published on:
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10 Surprising Giveaways for 2012 Triple Crown: Fan's ViewWhy buy your own commemorative 2012 Belmont Stakes, I'll Have Another, and Triple Crown gear when there are places that want to give away unique items for free?Also published on:
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Unique 2012 Triple Crown T-Shirts, Artwork: Fan's ViewNo one had time to plan for the sudden 2012 Triple Crown, but some artists are ahead of the game online.Also published on:
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Twitter's Odds: Triple Crown 2012 Win or Fail?; Fan's ViewBefore the Belmont Stakes begins, there are many anticipating a Triple Crown win or fail.Also published on:
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French Sports Equipment, Apparel; Unique Fashion Trend: Fan's ViewSport items France are a rising trend in America due to their one of a kind style and specialization in equipment for popular personal fitness routines like tennis, cycling, and yoga.Also published on:
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DNA of Last Triple Crown's Two Rivals in 2012 Belmont Stakes: Fan's ViewThe story of the last Triple Crown winner's two rivals is one of sharing the spotlight and finding traces in the bloodlines of today's races.Also published on:
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10 Intriguing 2012 Belmont Stakes Odds Updates: Fan's ViewExperts are chiming in on all of the minute details that make a good handicapper take pause.Also published on:
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Summer 2012: Sports' New Haircuts, Fan's ViewIf you are looking for fashion advice, try the sports world.Also published on:
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New Unique Summer Sports Camps: Fan's ViewThere are new summer sports camps opening their doors this year that have a unique angle that kids love.Also published on:
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Robin Williams is Not Dead; Has Weird Sports Video HistoryThis funny actor also has a sporty side.Also published on:
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Horse Racing Tips Without Betting: Fan's ViewIf you love horse racing, but not gambling, is there an in between for handicapping tips?Also published on:
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Italian Sports Apparel; Unique Fashion Trend: Fan's ViewOne of the latest search trends for U.S. fashion are ironically influenced by Italian sportswear designs.Also published on:
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Pre-Kentucky Derby 2012: Weird News RoundupThere are several points of intrigue in the news concerning the upcoming 2012 Kentucky Derby.Also published on:
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Women's Kentucky Derby Hats: Weird and CreativePrincess Beatrice has nothing on Louisville's Kentucky Derby.Also published on:
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Finding Luxury Concierge at the 2012 Kentucky Derby: Fan's ViewThere is one important luxury feature that might be missing at this year's Kentucky Derby.Also published on:
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Best 2012 Kentucky Derby Men's Hats: Fan's ReviewWhat kind of hats are trendy for men for the 2012 Kentucky Derby?Also published on: -
Bike Vacation: Top Alley DestinationsIf you like to include cycling in your vacation plans, consider cities where people are taking pride in their relaxing alley gardens.Also published on:
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Best Women's 2012 Kentucky Derby Hats: Fan's ReviewWhere do celebrities find those lovely Kentucky Derby Hats each year?Also published on:
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Photos, Video Replays, Quotes: 2012 Dubai World Cup ResultsRace replays, Style Stakes results, opening ceremony, horse fatalities, His Highness, Mickael Barzalona, Mahmood Al-Zarooni, and Toni BraxtonAlso published on:
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New 2012 Dubai World Cup Videos?The chaos of videos released 48 hours before the 2012 Dubai World Cup comes to an end with this simple video guide.Also published on:
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Weird Foreign Kentucky Derby Horse Name MeaningsNaming a horse has a strange history and odd results.Also published on:
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Top Five 2012 Dubai World Cup Top Predictions: Fan's ViewWill a model and actress named Chantal Sutherland ride the winning horse at the Dubai World Cup in 2012?Also published on:
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Top Pick Experts for the Kentucky Derby: Fan's ViewWhen it comes to picking the winner of the Kentucky Derby, where are the experts and can you actually trust them?Also published on:
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Top 10 Oldest in Equestrian Horse RecordsThe oldest equestrian-related records might surprise you.Also published on:
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2012 Dubai World Cup on U.S. TVThe grandest horse race in the world can be seen live by Americans this year.Also published on:
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Fan's View: Do Horses Actually Love Horse Racing?Horse racing deaths have led to public outcry, but would this deny horses of what they love to do?Also published on:
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Zenyatta: The Whitney Houston of Race HorsesThis retired mare has the crowds swooning at the sight of her.Also published on:
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First Person: Ross Mirkarimi Guilty of Giving Me HopeRoss Mirkarimi gave me hope in ways that others will overlook.
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Social Media Reaction: Cheltenham Horse Racing DeathsTwitter and online horse racing forums respond to England's premiere horse race that has an alarming number of deaths.Also published on:
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Twitter Reaction: HBO Suspends Then Cancels 'Luck' After Three Horses DieWhat do horse racing workers and HBO fans say about this tragedy?Also published on:
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Fan's View: Is Betting on the Dubai World Cup Legal in Dubai?Does anyone gamble in the United Arab Emirates?Also published on:
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SF Giants Have Weird Spring Training StartThis has been a weird spring training for the Giants, and it only gets worse.
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Multi-Million Dollar 2012 Horse Racing DatesThe Dubai World Cup is not the only jackpot in 2012.Also published on:
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10 Strange Winter Sports VideosWinter sports athletes are known for their bizarre sports moments.Also published on:
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Videos: Top 10 Funny Horse Racing MomentsSometimes horse racing is full of comedians.Also published on:
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Mickey Hess releases new San Francisco-based bookBlurbs woven by magical hip hop style literature show that San Francisco has many unique combinations of romance.Also published on:
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Top 10 2012 TV Horse Racing DatesIf you love horse racing, knowing when their major TV events will happen is key.Also published on:
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New Winter Sports at 2014 Sochi OlympicsIs this the last round of new Winter Olympic events for 2014?Also published on:
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Top 8 Winter Sports Videos from January 2012Cream of the crop video recap of winter sports over January 2012.Also published on:
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Videos: 10 Weird Whitney Houston Sports MomentsThis songstress was also a strange part of the sports world.Also published on:
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10 Weird Britney Spears Sports ReferencesBritney Spears has weird sports references outside of her publicized dance routines.Also published on:
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10 Weird Kim Kardashian Sports ReferencesStrangely, Kim Kardashian is in sports headlines while avoiding being a pro athlete.Also published on:
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Weird Historic Sports ScandalsHistory shows us the moments in sports that left everyone gasping in horror.Also published on:
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Weird Mafia Fixes in Sports HistorySports history teaches us that cheaters never win.Also published on:
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Full Contact Weird SportsIn most sports kicking, pinching, and wrestling are not okay.Also published on:
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Weird Chicken Related Sports HistoryMost of these chickens are winners and not dinners.Also published on:
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Weird Kim Jong Il Sports StoriesThe benevolent leader of North Korea leaves behind some strange sports tales.Also published on:
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Bay Area events between Christmas and New Year'sThe awkward time between Christmas and New Years is still fun.
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Odd Olympics Addition: Fashion DesignersFashion Week in Paris has a sporty contender at the 2012 London Olympics.Also published on:
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January: Bay Area’s dinner party and gala seasonImmediately following New Year's Eve is another prime time for parties in the Bay Area.
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Bay Area holiday food allergy-friendly businessesIf you have holiday guests with food allergies, this list of food allergy-friendly businesses saves the day.
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Unique Bay Area New Year's Eve partiesWhere to go for NYE in the Bay Area with kids and friends.
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Weird Arrests in Sports HistoryWhen athletes get arrested, sometimes it is bizarre.Also published on:
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Weird Sports Ideas and LawsIn history, sports have been affected by civil codes and strange thinkers.Also published on:
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How to have a romantic holiday in San FranciscoIf you are looking for something romantic to do in San Francisco for the holidays, there are a multitude of possibilities.
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Bay Area charities that need holiday donationsWhen you donate to a good cause for the holidays, consider a few local options.
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Best holiday light displays in the Bay AreaFar beyond the tree lighting ceremonies, the Bay Area takes ongoing holiday light displays to a whole new level.
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Christmas tree farms in the Bay AreaWhen it is time to buy a Christmas tree, where should you go to have fun with the kids?
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Best restaurants for holiday parties in San FranciscoWhen the holiday season begins, so does the search for a restaurant for parties.
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Getting to Lake Tahoe from the Bay AreaWhen it is time to go to Lake Tahoe, how are Bay Area locals making the journey?
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Weird Snow Building SportsSnow engineering athletes are born each year one snowflake at a time.Also published on:
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First Day of the Season Has Snowboarders TweetingWhen it is time for snow, the tweets start flying about winter sports.Also published on:
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Twitter Users' Top Tips for SnowshoeingWhat are the recommendations for snowshoeing by Twitter users?Also published on:
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Yukigassen and Snowball FightingProve that you are actually the king of the snow.Also published on:
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Weird Winter Sports FestivalsMinnesota is only one good example of what happens when you have extreme cabin fever.Also published on:
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Top Weird Wintertime SportsWhen it is snowy outside, it is time to get strangely athletic.Also published on: -
Weird Artistic Facts About Pro Sports AtheletesWhen they are not playing sports, these athletes are taking on artistic ambitions.Also published on:
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Weird Racing Sports for EngineersMathletes are on the rise and putting a sporty foot forward.Also published on:
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Weird Incidents of Profanity in SportsActing strange and using profanity is no way to win the game.Also published on:
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Stay local with holiday gift ideas from Bay Area businessesWhat holiday gifts can you give that are part of the oldest San Francisco businesses?
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Weird Turkey and Thanksgiving SportsWhen it comes to Turkey Day, some people go beyond the traditional football game.Also published on:
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Insider tips for navigating Bay Area airports this holiday seasonAre there any problems with the airports that you need to be aware of?
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Kate Middleton's Baby May Play Weird British Royal SportsWhat weird sports does the British Empire have in store for Kate Middleton's baby?Also published on:
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The Weird Sport of Noodling Giant CatfishForget your tackle and fishing pole altogether for these weird catfish sports.Also published on:
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Thanksgiving weekend movies in the Bay AreaThanksgiving can be difficult to navigate if you are a movie-lover.
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Christmas 2011: Unique L.A. Dodgers Team GiftsAre you ready to move beyond a Dodgers MLB ornament this holiday season?Also published on:
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NBA lockout effects on NoCal small businessesSacramento and Oakland have mixed results over how their economy has been affected by the NBA lockout.
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Christmas 2011: Artsy Winter Sports GiftsUnique Christmas gifts for skiing, snowboarding, cycling, and snowshoeing are within reach.Also published on:
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Staying Alert on Winter Sports Snow ClosingsKnow when the peaks are ready for skiing and snowboarding any time of year.Also published on:
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Unique World of Sports Played by Disabled VeteransVeterans across the United States are playing sports in ways you would not expect at first.Also published on:
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Penn State Takes the Trophy for Top 5 Weirdest Sports Riots EverThe Penn State student reaction over the firing of Joe Paterno got them the public's disdain.Also published on:
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Veterans Day 2011: California's support of military dogsThis Veterans Day weekend, there are a few soldiers that are also up for honors.
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Bay Area's luckiest California Lottery locationsWhere are the top locations for historic big wins?
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Unique stories of Bay Area military monuments, landmarks, and memorialsVisiting a war monument or memorial to pay your respects to veteran heroes often means learning about the interesting stories behind the people they are dedicated to.
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Complete guide to the 2011 San Francisco Veterans Day ParadeA complete guide goes beyond the times and locations of the Veterans Day Parade in San Francisco and instead includes the scenes before and after this important commemoration.
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2011 Bay Area Halloween laws and regulationsThe facts behind trick-or-treating and Halloween in the Bay Area.
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SunRun and PV Solar Report announce California's top solar citiesSunRun President Lynn Jurich explains the 2011 winners and talks about how residential solar is growing.
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Best 2011 haunted houses in the Bay AreaWhether it is with a group of friends or with the kids, where are the best haunted houses to go within 100 miles of San Francisco?
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Exorcism, voodoo, and scary San Francisco urban legendsHaunted mansions, anyone? These scary stories from the Bay Area will make you wonder about the shadows.
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San Francisco's historic Firehouse No. 33 a unique piece of real estateWhen you look at the outside of this 1896 firehouse, you may not be aware of the secrets inside. -
2011 Bay Area award-winning educatorsWhen it comes to award-winning educators within 100 miles of the San Francisco Bay Area, who are they?
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Days After 9/11 Were Hardest for Liberal, Feminist and Muslim AmericanI often see September 11, 2001 as the beginning of the end of the conversation between Arab and Muslim Feminism in the West and the Middle East.
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Break out of the Bay Area with 3 budget Labor Day tripsDo you want to do something unique for Labor Day weekend 2011 in Northern California?
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Best deals on school supplies in San FranciscoThis year's budget cuts mean that back to school supplies fall on the parents.
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Top Three Fun Ways a Non-Muslim Can Observe RamadanWhen you have a Muslim friend or co-worker, what are the ways you can have fun observing Ramadan as a non-Muslim?
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Top 3 Odd Objects Bearing Jesus' LikenessWhat other objects in history gained popularity because they look like Jesus? Why is this no laughing matter to those who love these objects?Also published on:
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Dolores Park Now Has United Watch DogsThe city now has a united front in park watch dog non-profits.
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San Francisco restaurant challenges pho lovers to eating contestConsidering the amount of food involved, it is amazing that anyone can win the Pho Garden Challenge. -
The 10 most powerful people in San FranciscoWhen it comes to deciding who are the most powerful people in San Francisco, the people behind the scenes are often hiding in plain sight in our daily lives.
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Must-see summer spots in San FranciscoTourism and top-notch experiences are on every block in San Francisco. However, when guests arrive from out of town, what are the best places that you should take them to this summer?
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If the Debt Ceiling Isn't Raised, How Will I Support My Grandparents?The fact that Republicans would suggest the debt ceiling cannot be raised is unbearable considering this would affect seven of my relatives who depend on their monthly Social Security checks.Also published on:
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This Annual Raffle for Distressed Seniors is Actually RealThis year's prize is a Toyota Prius. However, some people aren't sure if the advertisements they see online for the raffle are real.
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Seniors Without Phone Books Not Disenfranchised in Hunters PointHow seniors can cope without phone books in Hunters Point.
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Bay Area says goodbye to hybrids' yellow carpool stickerUntil a decision is made, only electric cars, and not hybrid cars, will have the ability to use the HOV carpool lanes starting July 1, 2011.
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Top 5 fancy Father's Day brunch specials in San FranciscoFor Father's Day, you may be looking for noteworthy brunches in the $50 and over range. If you want your dad to taste the best brunches in town, there are five he will not want to miss.
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Car Free and Pro Bike Golden Gate Park Meeting in the Sunset DistrictIf you are a wiggler, you will want to make sure and attend this important meeting concerning bikeways.
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Top 7 San Francisco Weird Real Estate Facts 2011Some of San Francisco's weirdest real estate mysteries of 2010 to 2011 revealed.
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Dolores Park Dogs Now Have Regular Community Meetings in the Mission DistrictIf you have been scolding yourself to do more with the local dog community, you will now have public workshops to attend regularly.
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Kentucky Copes with Cicadas Through Unusual Food ChoicesAfter the 1998 cicada invasion, locals in Kentucky learned how the rest of the world dined on this swarming bug.Also published on: -
Mississippi River Flooding Means Hard Summer for Farmers, Barge WorkersIf you live near the Mississippi River, you know that barge workers and farmers are heavily affected by the economic problems caused by flooding. -
Foodie Heaven, Head Pandas, Mahjong, Martial Arts, and Merlot at the Civic Center's Asian Fair SFSan Francisco foodies, it is time to drool.
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Kids Skateboarding Camp Kicks Off in the PanhandleKids in San Francisco ages 8 to 13 are encouraged to participate in a skateboarding camp that shows kids all of the ropes.
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How to Keep Barely Legal Filmed in the Marina DistrictWhere are all the celebrities that are filming shows about San Francisco? If you want to help the SF Film Commission keep celebrities in town, there is one way you can help.
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Local Volunteer Recognized for 40 Years of Senior ServicePine United Methodist Church member is congratulated on her 40 plus years of work as a senior advocate.
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How Young Fashion Design Graduates Make the Modern Economy Work in Diamond HeightsWhen unpaid internships were no longer a reality for most fashion design undergrads in Diamond Heights, they used the internet to start their portfolios and show off their business skills.
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Volunteer Residents for Safer Streets Cannot Be Paid for by New Tenderloin FundingNewly accessed funding by the Low Income Investment Fund will be directed toward the Tenderloin neighborhood. However, there is one service that funding can never pay for and that is the participation of the community.
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Upcycled Umbrella Dog Raincoat Causes Trend Panic in Noe ValleyWhen a local dog was seen in Noe Valley wearing an Upcycled Umbrella Dog Rain Coat, everyone wanted to buy one.
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Excelsior School Workers Over 55 Needed for Stipend PostitionIf you work more than 10 hours a week, a local program allows Excelsior neighbors over the age of 55 to work in local schools.
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Startups Nationwide Are Encouraged to Move to the SOMAThe Mayor of San Francisco feels that birds of a feather should flock together. To encourage this, tax break offers are being discussed.
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Kids in the Mission District Get Extra Marsh Theater Opportunities This SummerThe Marsh Theater has announced sliding scale theater opportunities starting at $75 for Summer 2011.
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Bayview's HOPE SF Will Have New ADA Service Animal DefinitionsDisability and Section 811 housing has been extremely difficult to get in San Francisco for decades. Now, new HOPE SF housing will be following the updated 2011 ADA service animal definitions.
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How Realtors Are Helping Buena Vista Park Keep Arts in McKinley ElementaryHaving an artist in residence program is important when school budgets are being cut. Here is how one Realtor is making artists in residency a program that stays in Buena Vista Park.
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Food Hypocrisy Rampant as SF Prevents a Heart Attack in the Haight Ashbury but OK's a Super Duper NearbyAfter all the hype over MacDonald's in the Haight-Ashbury, the city turns around and approves the Super Duper Hamburger Restaurant in the Castro District.
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Castro District Young People Should Be College ProfessorsA recent conference highlighted that this world needs more queer academics.
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Chicago Catches Duboce Triangle's Transgender Bathroom TrendNow Chicago is joining Duboce Triangle's trend of starting the move toward transgender public restrooms.
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Is the Hot Club Silent Film Festival from the Castro or Not?Where can these silent film accompaniments be found?
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Mission District Bi-Rite Customers Tricked into Local SurveyWhat are scientists saying about the local Bi-Rite in the Mission District?
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Potrero Hill Medical and Public School Employees to Get Aggressive Health CareBlue Shield San Francisco is taking health care to task for many of the city's employees in Potrero Hill and throughout San Francisco.
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SOMA Continues SF Coffee House Trend to Combine Work and Tech CultureWatch out for the growing coffee shop trend as it spreads from the Mission District to the SOMA area.
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How Downtown San Francisco Can Keep Local Businesses in BindingAs technology changes, that doesn't mean there isn't hope for a local profession that is over 1,500 years old.
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Springtime in Hayes Valley Now Includes Seed Library FavoritesWhen getting ready for your spring garden, the Seed Library in Hayes Valley is the best place to borrow your seeds.
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Can a Website Put the Real Noe Valley on the Map Once and for All?Cartographers at a local website want to correct the errors of SF neighborhood maps by neighborhood consensus. Will Noe Valley be saved once and for all?
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Is This Inner Sunset LGBT Captain Worthy of SFPD Police Chief Position?It will be the decision of the new Mayor to decide who will be the new SFPD Chief of Police. However, questions have been raised as to whether or not this Inner Sunset Captain is worthy of the job.
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When a Homeless Shelter Closes in California, the Homeless Get Stranded in the TenderloinHave you noticed that there's an increase in homeless folks in the Tenderloin lately? As homeless shelters close across the country, homeless people will continue to be stranded in the neighborhood.
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Of Course There was a Lake in Ancient Mission Dolores Real EstateIt's no mystery that the Mission Dolores was once a lake when you have lived there for awhile.
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Are You Allowed to Show Window Decal Team Spirit in Parnassus?When it comes to supporting your favorite team in Parnassus, you might want to exclude your exuberance from the windows.
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SF Financial District Disability Access Stress Leads to Exciting Corporate Gift Trend of the YearBeing disabled in the Financial District led one business person to engineer a new way to use Braille in the business sphere.
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Is San Francisco Doing Something About Bayview's Illegal Dumping Issues?Parts of the industrial zone in Bayview are in illegal dumping crisis mode.
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Thrift Stores in SOMA Get USPS Kids Clothing ChallengeWill kids clothing sales at SOMA thrift stores get hustled out of existence by an actual competitor?
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Did the Mission District Ever Look like Japan?Even the gnarly history of the Mission District can hold a candle to how the people in Japan are feeling right now.
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New Embarcadero Mystery Symbol is Not the Tsunami Awakened Tourist Hungry SharkTourists are alarmed by the sharks on public transit at Embarcadero and want affirmation to ensure that deep sea sharks have not been awakened by the recent tsunami activity.
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What Castro District Locals Are Doing to Save Their Health ClinicLyons Martin Health Clinic in the Castro District is selected for closure on March 31st, 2011 due to a half a million dollar deficit. Here's what locals have been doing to take matters into their own hands.
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Interns and Bee Massacres Undone at Hayes Valley FarmsThis years internships and volunteering at Hayes Valley Farms will include the return of the honeybee.
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Which Two Birds Are in Noe Valley's Spring 2011 Fashion Scene?Leading San Francisco's fashion and retail interior design scene in Noe Valley, Two Birds has updates to their Spring 2011 lines.
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Is This Western Addition Real Estate Actually for Sale?When this location was listed, it didn't seem to have any follow up details.
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Is There a Walgreen's Conspiracy in the SOMA?Why are there so many Walgreen's in the Market St. stretch of SOMA? There are literally six in a four block stretch. But is there actually a conspiracy?
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The Financial District in San Francisco Causes Service Dogs to Freak OutWhy are so many dogs freaking out in the Financial District?
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How to Avoid Vicious Diamond Heights Hills on Your BikeUsing a new phone app can help save your energy when you are on a bike. By using the best path for your activity level, you can avoid the Tank Hill and Diamond Heights debacle.
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Mission District 2011 Spring Shoe Lineup Available at Locally Owned BusinessWhen it comes to buying shoes locally, this Mission District shoe store always has an early start on the latest trends.
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Southern Exposure No Longer in the Castro DistrictNewly featured article about Lisa Congdon highlights that some neighbors are not aware that Southern Exposure (SOEX) is no longer in the Castro District.
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A Vision for the Waterfront from the Perspective of ResidentsLocal Waterfront community number crunchers now have their annual vision for the neighborhood.
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New Jewish Gay Men's Group Celebrates Shabbat and Sustainability in Buena Vista ParkCelebrating the Shabbat can also include community and sustainability in Buena Vista Park.
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Who Are These Weirdos Blogging About the Haight Ashbury?Haight-Ashbury residents blogging about the neighborhood is commonplace. However, there are 3 unique relocated neighbors that have blogs about the Haight that you will be surprised to see.