Jacob Willard
Jacob was born and raised in Kansas City Mo. where he still lives with his wife and 5 children. When not spending time with his family or studying for his degree in theology Jacob enjoys a wide variety of activities. Jacob can be reached at jacob_willard@yahoo.com
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I have a BA in Business Management from Park University and am working towards my Master of Divinity at Midwestern Theological Seminary.
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How to Make Sure Your Pets Are Ready for Your DeathWhen pet parents, die many pets are left in limbo because of poor planning by the parent. Many times this leads to abandoned pets, or pets who receive poor care at the hands of someone who doesn’t really want them.
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Fan's Take: Could Sporting Kansas City Have the Best Defense Ever?After 6 games Kansas City has given up a grand total of 1 goal.
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Fan's View: Are the Kansas City Royals Already Doomed?There were huge expectations for this Kansas City Royals team going into the 2012 season. Those expectations now look to be a bit too high.
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2012 Kansas City Chiefs Schedule Features Games Against Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens: Fan ReactionThe wait is over. The 2012 Kansas City Chiefs schedule has now been released and it’s time to start the tedious task of deciding which games will be won and lost long before the season begins.
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What to Do With Luke Hochevar: A Fan’s TakeWith much pain and moaning it’s time for me to admit that maybe I was wrong. Maybe Hochevar is not cut out to be a starter for the Royals. Maybe I have been wrong for the past 6 years. I hope not, but maybe…
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Kansas City Chiefs Return Specialist Needs to Return: A Fan’s TakeI for one believe that the rule needs to be changed back and that this exciting portion of the game needs to be returned to its former state. Now if only I had the power to do something about it…
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Kansas City Royals' Starters the Best in Baseball: A Fan’s ViewSo far this season though the Royals starters have proven that they can do more than just show up. In fact, after one time through the rotation they are the best in all of baseball
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The 6 Top Dad Movies for the Summer of 2012As men we need a steady dose of testosterone in order to keep going. Luckily for us we are going to be able to get a healthy dose of it this summer at the theaters.
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Sporting Kansas City is Unbeatable: A Fan’s TakeThe 12-0-0 record start coming in 1996 looks like it may finally come down.
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Five Things to Expect from the Kansas City Royals in 2012: A Fan’s TakeAs the 2012 MLB season is set to kick off Royals fans everywhere are looking forward to big things from this team.
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Fan's Interview: What Does the Groundhog See in the Royals' Future?What does the local groundhog see in the Kansas City Royals future?Also published on: -
Muir’s Retirement Hurts Matt Cassel the Most: A Fan’s ThoughtsMatt Cassel could be the biggest victim in the constant change in Offensive Coordinators in Kansas CityAlso published on:
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Royals Show Interest in Signing Roy Oswalt: A Fan’s PerspectiveThe Royals are expected to meet with the agent of free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt.Also published on:
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Chiefs May Surprise New England with a Win: A Fan’s TakeWhen the New England Patriots take the field against the Kansas City Chiefs this upcoming Monday night they may get a lot more then they bargained for.Also published on:
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Is Matt Cassel’s Injury a Blessing in Disguise? A Fan’s PerspectiveThe moment that every Kansas City Chiefs fan had known was coming is finally here.Also published on:
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Five Perfect Christmas Gifts for the MLB Fan in Your LifeWith Christmas coming soon its time to figure out what’s going to be under the tree this year for that special Major League Baseball fan.Also published on:
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Jared Allen is Missed in Kansas City: A Fan's ThoughtsOne of the hardest things to watch this season is the difficulty the Kansas City Chiefs are having putting pressure on the opposing quarterback.Also published on:
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Changing Name of Kauffman Stadium Not OK: A Fan’s TakeEarlier this week, the Kansas City Royals announced that there is not yet any deal in place that would change the name of Kauffman StadiumAlso published on:
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Kansas Makes Right Decision, but Walks Away With Loss: A Fan's ReactionFor one of the only times this season, the Kansas Jayhawks somewhat resembled a good football team.Also published on:
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Many Great Players Have Called Themselves Kansas City RoyalsAs we near Thanksgiving it’s a great time to look back into Kansas City Royals history at some of our favorite players.
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A Tale of Two Tebows: A Fan’s TakeThere are clearly two very different Tim Tebow’s playing in Denver. Which one shows up for the game on Sunday may mean the difference between and win for KC and a loss. -
Ways to Keep Christmas Spending in LineEvery year, millions of families drastically overspend on gifts during the Christmas season. Due to a wide variety of reasons, many families enter into the early parts of the next year regretting Christmas altogether.
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How to Get Your Dog Ready for a BabyRoughly 400,000 children require medical attention every year in the United States due to dog bites. Learn how to train your dog so that your children are not a part of these statistics.
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Don’t Let a Bad Ending Spoil a Great Sporting Season: Fan ReactionThis loss though does not take away from the fantastic season that the team has had. Unfortunately only one team can win the title, but this team has won so much this season already.
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Kansas City Looked Overmatched Against the Dolphins: A Fan’s ReactionI knew that there was a chance that the Kansas City Chiefs could lose against the Miami Dolphins this week. Miami came into the game with an 0-7 record.
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Losing Doesn’t Seem to Matter Anymore: a Fan’s TakePlease don’t get me wrong on this. I love the Kansas Jayhawks. I have been a fan for a long time and I have no plans of stopping now.
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Kansas City Royals Must Take Advantage of 2012Everything seems to be coming together for the Kansas City Royals.
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A Sad Time for the NFL as Kick Returns Become a Thing of the Past: a Fan’s TakeAs a life long Kansas City Chiefs fan, kick returns have always been one of my favorite parts of the game. I love the big hits and the big plays that occurred routinely during the kickoff return.
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Is Dexter McCluster Being Misused, or is He Over Hyped? a Fan’s TakeI truly believe that Dexter McCluster has the talent to not only help the Chiefs win, but to be a key player on the team. At this point this simply hasn’t happened.
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Kansas City Chiefs Mid Season 2011 Draft Player UpdatesAt the halfway point of the season its time to look at this years draft class to see how they are doing. Are these new faces helping the Kansas City Chiefs in anyway or are some of them already looking like busts.
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Miami Could Surprise the Chiefs with a Loss This WeekThe Chiefs might not be expecting the fight that they are going to have on their hands, and that never goes well.
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Sporting Kansas City Finishes on TopThis victory drastically increases the odds of Sporting being the last team standing at the end of this year.
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Fans Take: Is This the Biggest Weekend of the Year for the AFC West?This week could be one of the biggest weeks of the season for this division.
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Can a Short Film Change the Nation's Views on Abortion?The team at Living Waters has recently released a documentary called '180 Movie.' They believe this documentary will do exactly what the title states: turn people’s opinions 180 degrees away from supporting abortion toward taking a pro-life stance.
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Is there any hope for a Chiefs win this season? A fan's takeMaybe its time to get my paper bag out…
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Fan's look: Kansas City Royals in the 2011 playoffsNo matter what game you are watching this postseason, there will at least be past Kansas City Royals to cheer on. Like the saying goes, if you cant beat ‘em, join ‘em.
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Fan's take: Is current Kansas City Royals team one of the best?Don’t let the record fool you: This team is great and it's time to start getting excited about baseball in Kansas City.
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Tragedy Strikes at Kansas City Air ShowA plane crash at the Kansas City Expo Air Show took the life of Bryan JensenAlso published on: -
The Kansas City Air Show is Back This WeekendAfter a 1 year hiatus due to construction at the downtown airport the Kansas City Aviation Expo Air Show is back in action this weekend. -
Fan's take: Soccer fans get out of control in America, tooKansas City keeper Jimmy Nielson was hit in the head when a fan threw a piece of a bobblehead at him
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Fan's take: Does rookie success or failure show future performance?Here is a look at some of the greatest Royals batters, and how they played in their rookie campaign.
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During the NFL preseason the scoreboard doesn't matter: Fan's takeKeep in mind that it means nothing if the Chiefs lose 100-0. It also means nothing if they win 100-0.
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Fan's take: Talented Jayhawks look to improve from 2010 disasterIt's time that I moved past the 2010 football season.
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Beginner's guide to the Rugby World CupRugby is considered to be one of the toughest and most physically demanding team sports and the World Cup is its premier event.
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Why I Am Positioned Well Regardless of What the Economy DoesI believe I have positioned myself in a way that I will be able to succeed regardless of the state of the American economy. Here is how I did it.
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Introducing Your Debt 'Super Committee'With the naming of James Clyburn, Xavier Becerra, and Chris Van Hollen, the 12-member committee is now complete.Also published on: -
Help Start Your Children's Coin CollectionAs a hobbyist there are few things more exciting then watching the next generation enjoy the same things that you do. -
Fan's view: A Royals fan waves the white flagYou can call this season over.
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Looking for the Perfect Christmas Gift? Try CoinsThis year, instead of buying something that will soon find its home in the local landfill, give the gift that they will keep for a lifetime. Give the gift of coins.
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Things to Do in Charlotte, NCIf you find yourself passing through one of the most amazing cities in the United States, here is a list of five things to do in Charlotte, N.C.
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I was Wrong: an Article that Never WasThe following article was not posted due to a 'glitch'. I am posting it now, after the fact, to show the error in my thinking.
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Fan's take: Could Eric Hosmer win Rookie of the Year?Although Eric's numbers are great his competition this year is strong. Here is a look at the other guys in the running for the honor of being the best rookie in 2011.
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Obama's Virtues, Faults in Light of His 50th BirthdayIn 50 short years, you have literally changed the world.
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Sporting KC needs a win against Real Salt Lake: A fan's takeSporting KC has been on an improbable run dating back to a May 28 game against the Colorado Rapids.
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No drama in Kansas City, just football: Local fan's viewAs the footballs season gears up the usual drama is rearing its ugly head all across the league. Colorful figures are doing what they do best, attracting media attention.
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Where does Matt Cassel rank with the all-time great Chiefs quarterbacks? A fan's perspectiveWith the offense that is being put in place around him Matt Cassel needs to have a big year. This is the season where he needs to put it all together and prove that he belongs with the best in the league at his position.
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Kansas City Wasted No Time in Making MovesAs the Kansas City Chiefs gear up to prove that 2011 was no fluke they are not wasting any time in making major changes to the team.
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Discovery Channel Celebrates Sharks with 24th Annual Shark WeekOn July 31 at 9 p.m. Eastern, the Discovery Channel will kick off its annual Shark Week. -
MLS fan: Soccer is greater than any other professional sportThere is no greater sport than soccer.
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Chiefs Offense Could Forge into 2011 with New Wide ReceiverAccording to ESPN, the Kansas City Chiefs reached a 5-year deal Wednesday with wide receiver Steve Breaston. This deal is great news for Kansas City fans hoping to see their team build on an impressive 10-6 2010 season.
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Big questions the Kansas City Chiefs must answer: Fan's takeI expect the Kansas City Chiefs to do great things this year, but there are some major questions that must be answered first.
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The 5 Biggest Busts in Kansas City Royals HistoryHere is a look at the time 5 cant miss Royals who missed the target by a mile.
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NFL Lockout Ends in Time for Everyone to WinThe lockout is finally over and fans can breathe a deep sigh of relief. There will be football this year!Also published on:
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Sporting Kansas City showing they are the real deal: A fan's takeSoccer in Kansas City is more exciting than it ever has been before.
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Profiting from the Death of Amy WinehouseWhen Amy Winehouse was found dead Saturday, most of the world mourned the loss of a talented musician. Even people who had never heard her music felt sadness at the tragic passing of someone so young. There were a few people, though, who had the opposite reaction. In fact, many people were betting oAlso published on:
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7 Cheap and Easy Ways Share the Gospel Using WaterThis heat wave can be a good thing for those of us looking to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world around us. We as Christians are able to fill a very real need by simply sharing one of the most abundant recourses on Earth, water.
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How We Eliminated All Debt in Just a Couple of YearsFive years ago, I was afraid to answer my phone. Collectors were calling at all times of the day and none of them wanted to sit down and have a friendly conversation about the weather.
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The Death Penalty Debate Heats Up in CaliforniaThe idea of capital punishment has always been an area of great debate. Already, 16 states and the District of Columbia have abolished its use. Many in California are hoping to make The Golden State No. 17.
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Houston gives Sporting Kansas City a Christmas gift in July: A fan's reactionSaturday's match between Sporting K.C. and the Houston Dynamo looked to be an excellent match-up between two strong teams that are playing great soccer -- and the match didn't disappoint.
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What Are the Qualifications to Be President of the United States of America?In America, the office of the president is open to all people who meet two very simply rules.
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Casey Anthony Joins List of Monster MomsSadly the person that a child should trust most in the world isn't always someone that should be trusted.
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TV's Three Most Moving Character DeathsHere is a look at three of the greatest character deaths on TV. Not only were these done well, but they also created a lasting impact on all who viewed them.
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Bachmann Will Have to Overcome Flubs, Anonymity to Seize GOP NominationStanding in front of the residents of her childhood hometown, Michele Bachmann officially threw her hat in the ring to earn the Republican presidential nomination.Also published on: -
Fan's take: How does Sporting Kansas City's undefeated run stack up to the greatest streaks?Should this team continue to win here is a look at the greatest undefeated streaks in MLS history that they will be chasing
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Sporting Kansas City's undefeated streak continues: A fan's reactionThe season is still young but with the way things are going it looks like it is going to be an exciting fall here in Kansas City!
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You Can Call Me This: Ron Artest to Join Ranks of Notable Celebrity Name Changes?Ron Artest isnt the first celebrity to change an already well-branded name. Here are the top five notable celebrity name changesAlso published on: -
Small Asteroid to Narrowly Miss Earth; What If it was Bigger?'˜What if the asteroid was bigger and on course to hit the Earth?' Would we be able to do anything to stop it? Would we even know it was coming?
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NFL Football Offers a Break from the Harsh Realities of LifeThis September will mark the 10th anniversary of the day that almost 3,000 people lost their lives in an attack on America. My Kansas City Chiefs will be playing against the Buffalo Bills.
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The best and worst games for the 2011 Kansas City Chiefs: Fan's takeThe Kansas City Chiefs were given one of the easiest schedules in football last year and they took full advantage of it my going 10-6 and earning a playoff spot. Because of there success the NFL gifted them with a much harder schedule this coming year.
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No basketball program can compete with KU: Fan debateThe University of Kansas truly is the best around. The only argument worth having now is who comes second. -
Facts about Space Shuttle EndeavourThe Space Shuttle Endeavour will begin what will be its final launch into orbit.
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Kansas City Royals' Mother's Day promotions: A fan's guideIn case you have forgotten Mother's Day is just around the corner. There are very few days remaining between now and May 8. If you are still looking for something to do for your mother or wife look no further than the Kansas City Royals.
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Don't give up on Sporting Kansas City yet: A fan's takeApril 23 marked another rough day for fans of Sporting Kansas City. Not only did the team lose yet another game, they lost a game they should have won.
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'Top Gun' Back on the Big Screen for 25th AnniversaryWhen "Top Gun" hits screens this weekend, a lot will have changed in the 25 years since the film was first released.Also published on:
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Easter Weekend Activities in Kansas CityEaster is this weekend and there is no shortage of activities around the Kansas City area. Check out these great ways to spend time with your family. Almost all of the events come at no cost and those that do are generally very cheap.
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Death of World's Oldest Man One Less Link to the 1800sWhen Walter Breuning died, he left only 53 known members of the supercentenarian club who were born in the 1800s. That number will quickly dwindle to none.Also published on:
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Your Summer Movie ChecklistWith summer just around the corner its time to start gathering your must see movies for those summer days when frying eggs on the sidewalk just doesn't sound that fun.
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Fan's view: Life without footballWith the NFL currently showing no signs of life I sometimes find myself wandering what I am going to do this fall without football.
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Fan reaction: Missed chance for Sporting Kansas CityThe loss of the two points in the standings is a big deal, but this loss hurts far beyond just that.
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How to Fire an Employee the Right WayI have fired a lot of people during my life as a manager. Every single time, regardless of the circumstances, it has been an extreme challenge for me. Not only am I witnessing one of the toughest moments in a person's life, I'm involved in it.
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Fan's guide: A guide to opening day 2011 in Kansas City, Kauffman StadiumThe Royals open the 2011 season on Thursday March 31 at 3:10 p.m. against the Los Angeles Angels. -
Fan's take: Sporting KC prepares for next game, Ochocinco drama growingIs Chad Ochocinco worth the hype? We will find out this weekend when Sporting Kansas City faces the Chicago Fire.Also published on:
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Myanmar is Left Shaking After 6.8 EarthquakeWith all of the recent coverage of the 9.0 earthquake that hit Japan on March 11, we are far too familiar with the damage and death that accompanies a disaster of this magnitude.
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H1N1 Strikes AgainIf you thought the days of H1N1 were over, think again. According to a recent report, the virus more commonly known as "Swine Flu" has run rampant in the Venezuelan Andean state of Merida.
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Fan reaction: Sporting Kansas City holds on to win season openerWith time running out in the first game of the Sporting Kansas City season Chivas USA lined up for a corner kick. My heart was beating faster than that of any of the players on the field.Also published on:
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MLS fan: Would Chad Ochocinco be a curse or a blessing for Sporting Kansas City?Chad Ochocinco, star wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, has announced that he will be trying out next week with the Sporting Kansas City MLS team.Also published on: -
Fan preview: What to expect from the 2011 Sporting Kansas CityAfter one of the craziest off-seasons I have ever experienced as a sports fan, I find myself surprisingly optimistic for the upcoming 2011 Sporting Kansas City season.Also published on:
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Events in Japan Force Us to Remember ChernobylWith the disaster stemming from the historic earthquakes in Japan and all of the attention being placed on the conditions of the damaged nuclear plants, the name Chernobyl has been coming up a lot.
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Who is Chuck Lorre?With the recent onslaught of Charlie Sheen news, one name seems to appear more often than most. Charlie has many axes to grind but none more than co-creator of "Two and a Half Men" Chuck Lorre. -
An Open Note to Fathers with Young BoysI do not know you, nor do you know me. Someday that may change. You see, I have two beautiful young daughters (one just turned 4, and the other is now 2) that may someday come in contact with your son. -
Will Libyan Unrest Affect Gas Prices?Everyone is talking about the protests in Egypt that caused the regime change and the continuing violent clashes in Libya. The continuous coverage of these major events has caused many Americans to fear a possible rise in gas prices
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Cheap Ways to Reduce Your Carbon FootprintThe perception that reducing your carbon footprint can only be done at a high cost is wrong. Most changes are not only cheap; they can end up saving you money in the long run.
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Tornado Season On It's Way?When a tornado hits your chance of survival drastically increases when you have a plan in place. Tornado season is just around the corner. Get your family ready before it arrives.
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The greatest cricket legendsThere are many greats that have built this sport into what it is today. Here are a few of the best
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Qualifying for the ICC Cricket World CupOn February 19, 2011 play will begin in the 10th ICC Cricket World Cup. The tournament will consist of 49 matches played in three countries over the span of 42 days with the final being played on April 2 in Mumbai, India.
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Saving for a VacationAre you looking to go on your dream vacation but are wondering how you could possibly save enough to go? Maybe you can make it part of the way there by saving the traditional way but need some extra tips to gain those last few dollars to make the trip.
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Near Record Highs Expected Around Kansas CityJust days after a blizzard dropped over a foot of snow across the city, shutting down most businesses and even I-70, temperatures are expected to reach almost 70 degrees.
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5 Must Read Christian BooksFive books that I believe every Christian should read.
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Alpine Ski World Cup events guideYour guide to the events of the 2011 Alpine Skiing World Cup
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Huffington Post Sold to AOL for $315 millionIn the early hours of Monday, Feb. 7, a major deal was announced to the world. AOL has purchased the Huffington Post for a reported $315 million.
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Now I Know About Love at First SightThe night that I met the most beautiful girl in the world.
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Winter Storm to Cost MillionsWinter storms can cost local communities, states and even the nation hundreds of millions of dollars.
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Strange Places to Visit in BerlinHere are five places that everyone should visit in Berlin, but most travel guides will not tell you about.
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Obamacare Receives a Major BlowOn Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, Obamacare received another blow when Senior U.S. District Judge Roger Vinson ruled that Obama's healthcare overhaul is unconstitutional.
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Fun Things to Do While Snowed InBeing stuck in from the snow doesn't have to be a bad thing. Even if you have no power you can still have a great time.
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Community College Gave Me a Second ChanceI spent three great years at Johnson County Community college in the business management program (2000-2002). This school helped me lay the groundwork for my further studies and life.
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Taco Bell Responds to Suit with ForceThe company wasted no time in launching a massive response in the form of "truth ads." These ads spelled out exactly what was inside of their meet and how it met all standards.
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2011 SAG Awards RundownOn Jan. 30, the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Award will be held at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles.
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Popularity Surges as Nelson Mandela Remians HospitalizedThe 92-year-old Mandela was checked into the Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Wednesday for what officials are calling "routine tests."
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Charlie Sheen HospitalizedTMZ has reported that at 6:35am a 911 call was placed that ended with Charlie Sheen being removed from his house on a stretcher alongside two young women.
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First Guantanamo Bay Detainee SentencedOn Tuesday, Jan. 25, Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani was sentenced to life in prison without parole, making him the first Guantanamo Bay detainee to be convicted and sentenced before a civilian court.
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Tips for Surviving UnemploymentTelling my wife that I was unemployed was tough. Telling her that everything would be OK was tougher. How was I going to keep that promise? I had no savings, job, or income and I was making a promise that everything was going to be OK.
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Romantic Valentine's Day on a BudgetIt's all less romantic when you are still paying off the Visa bill 6 months later.
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Oprah Reveals Her Big Family Secret, She Has a SisterOprah announced today that she found out just months ago that she has a sister that was giving up for adoption 47 years ago.
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Pro-Lifers Are Hoping for Major Gains in the Fight Against AbortionThere is a great deal of hope surrounding the 2011 March for Life. The goal of this march is to end abortion, and many believe that the right people are in office to start to do so.
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The 5 Greatest Baseball Movies of All-TimeThese are the 5 greatest baseball films ever made and must sees for any baseball fan.
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Did Brett Favre Really Taint His Legacy?The 2010-11 season did not go as planned for Brett Favre. In almost every way possible it was the worst year of his career, but did this negatively affect his legacy?
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My Super Bowl HaikuA message in Haiku form to my home town team. If only they would make the playoffs I could cheer for them.
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Jersey Cake for Your Next Super Bowl PartyWhy settle for the everyday at this years super bowl party? Create a cake that has people talking until next years kick off --
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Scripture that Spoke to Me when We Lost Our Baby from a MiscarriageEarly last year my wife and I lost a baby due to a miscarriage. This is some of the Scripture that touched me most during this time.
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5 Unusal Attractions to Visit in ParisThis is a list of 5 great places to visit in Paris. These are not places that you will find on most travel tours. They are for those who are looking for something a bit more extreme.
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Joe Lieberman Calls it QuitsJoe Lieberman was too moderate for the Senate but that does not mean he can no longer work for America.
