Travel Troubleshooter: Hotels Are Charging Even More for What Should Be Free
What could be more absurd than paying a surcharge for a wireless Internet connection at your hotel?
Paying even more for a wireless Internet connection at your hotel.
The Circle
The Circle
By Danny Edward Scott Casalenuovo
from “Serving Time, Serving Others”
Three years ago I was arrested for impersonating a police officer. No, I wasn’t behind the wheel or even on a two-wheeler with blue and red flashing lights. I was stealing from private homes in broad daylight. I didn’t steal because I needed the money. I stole for the sheer thrill I got.
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”THE FIGHTER”: Mark Wahlberg shepherded this superb drama through the production process for years, but ironically, he was the only major cast principal not to score an Oscar nomination for the true story of Boston boxer-against-the-odds Micky Ward. Those up for the honors included Christian Bale as Ward’s fighter-turned-trainer half brother, Melissa Leo as their mother and Amy Adams as Ward’s tough-in-her-own-right girlfriend. Director David O. Russell not only draws superb performances from all of them, he also generates an indelible sense of the tale’s setting. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; audio commentary by Russell. **** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray)
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”THE FIGHTER”: Mark Wahlberg shepherded this superb drama through the production process for years, but ironically, he was the only major cast principal not to score an Oscar nomination for the true story of Boston boxer-against-the-odds Micky Ward. Those up for the honors included Christian Bale as Ward’s fighter-turned-trainer half brother, Melissa Leo as their mother and Amy Adams as Ward’s tough-in-her-own-right girlfriend. Director David O. Russell not only draws superb performances from all of them, he also generates an indelible sense of the tale’s setting. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; audio commentary by Russell. **** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray)
Urban Housecall: National Kidney Month
In honor of National Kidney Month, Urban Housecall Magazine wanted to bring an inspiring story of survival to you. We interviewed Jacquie Lewis-Kemp, a woman who was diagnosed with diabetes at 7 years old, went on to experience the devastating effects of kidney failure. Her triumphant story of survival after a kidney transplant will absolutely move you.
Clueless Fashionista: Back to Basics: The importance of accessories
Typically when I see someone doing accessories wrong it’s either one or two things. Either the person is under accessorized or they’re over accessorized. I am a big fan of accessories because if done right, they can really amp up your outfit. Now you may be wondering why accessories are so important.Retire Smart: Rising Number of Reverse Mortgage Borrowers Facing Foreclosure
By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services
Reverse mortgages were created to help seniors stay in their homes by tapping the equity built up over the years. Now, a small but growing number of reverse mortgage borrowers find themselves at risk of losing their homes anyway.
News Spotlight: Spike in Islamophobia Taking Toll on Sikhs
Sikh Indians gather every year in April in Lansing, MI to celebrate the New Year. TNCP photo.
This past weekend, two Sikh men, aged 78 and 65, were shot in broad daylight as they were walking down a street in Elk Grove, a suburb of Sacramento. The 65-year-old man died, while his friend was critically wounded. The assailant sped away in a light brown pickup.
TNCP’s 10th Anniversary Celebration a Huge Success
Let them eat cake! Photo by Kristi Taylor
Michigan Power Equipment’s Open House Set for Businesses on March 19th
David Brown (father) started Brady Lawn & Garden in 1975. Today his son, Jon Brady (right), carries on the legacy of exceptional
customer service as owner of Midwest Power Equipment. TNCP Photo