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Tim Pawlenty
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Not only a historic moment, but I think this was one of Obama's best speeches. I'm glad that he's finally tackled a number of key issues head on, giving us a bit more information as to what "change" he intends to happen if he is elected President.
I'm reminded of a speech of...
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Bernita Jenkins of Bakersfield, an Obama delegate, shared this second dispatch from Denver:
Tasting history like this cannot be written into the books for anyone to really understand the true magnitude. If I were to read about this in later years as part of history I would be touched,...
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Hello everyone,
It was nice hearing your recent thoughts about the 2008 election. Today, I am formally introducing myself, Monica Evans, as a local Nader coordinator.
First, I would like to address those Democrats who believe that I am taking votes...
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Man it has already been three months since moving out of California and setteling into life in Missouri.
I think I'm getting used to the sllooww pace but I have to admit one giant thing ....There is NO good places to eat in this little town....I am not kidding unless you travel 45...
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As you may have noticed I am being stalked by a little troll. This to as they say shall pass. In the mean time I apologize for the disruption this is causing. Here is a link to a helpful article on dealing with trolls;D
(Here's why Buffoo deletes my postings:
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During his visit to the United States the Pope met with President Clinton. Instead of just an hour as scheduled, the meeting went on for two days. Finally, a weary President Clinton emerged to face the waiting news media. The President was smiling and announced...
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Well prayers are answered and as usual God in His wisdom so far above mans foolishness chose a mysterious way to do so. See for yourself.
No, god didn't do that, a human being did. Given how lottery winners often turn out, it was probably smart of him to get rid...
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- Plumber "We repair what your husband Fixed."
- On the trucks of a local plumbing company in NE Pennsylvania "Don't sleep with a drip, call your plumber."
- Pizza shop slogan "7 days...
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KCSO HOMICIDE DETECTIVES ENRT TO DELONEGHA HOT SPRINGS
Details: INCIDENT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY
HOMICIDE DETECTIVES ENRT TO DELONEGHA HOT SPRINGS ON REPORT OF DEAD BODY FOUND IN THE RIVER WITH SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE.
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This is a news release of the Kern County Sheriff's Office.
Please do not contact the Sheriff's Communications Center.
Date: Thursday, August 28, 2008
Time: 6:28:58 AM
Details:
On Tuesday, 8-26-08, Deputies assigned to the East Bakersfield Substation arrested four suspects...
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During his visit to the United States the Pope met with President Clinton. Instead of just an hour as scheduled, the meeting went on for two days. Finally, a weary President Clinton emerged to face the waiting news media. The President was smiling and announced the summit was a resounding...
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Locals are quick to criticize our parks and rec departments. The trash overflows on holiday weekends, the river never runs through Yokuts anymore, trucks run over people.
But Bakosphere is here to laud the Kern County Parks and Recreation department and specifically director Bob Lerude.
He...
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The Field Poll published on July 18, 2008, showed opponents of Proposition 8 leading by a margin of 51% opposed, to 42 % in favor. Today's poll by the non-partisan Public Policy institute show an increased spread with 54% opposed, and proponents dropping to 40% in favor of The Elimination...
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Q: I live near McKee Road in south Bakersfield just down the street from the Ben Austin Senior Center.
Recently, all the trees behind the center were cut. I thought this area was a planned city park and was hoping the mature trees would be incorporated into the park.
What are the plans for this...
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NEWS RELEASE
KERN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
CORONER DIVISION
This news release is prepared under the direction of the Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator for the convenience of news reporters. Facts concerning news events of major importance, which occur after the preparation of this...
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Dan Pacheco is The Californian's senior manager of digitial products.
He plans and implements our blogging software.
You have to read his e-mails eight times before you know what he's going on about.
AND HE'S AT INVESCO FIELD TO WATCH OBAMA!
Follow along with Dan's Twitter 'tweets' and learn...
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2008 Democrat National Convention Schedule of Events
7:00 pm OPENING FLAG BURNING
7:15 pm PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.N....
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BPD NEWS RELEASE
FATAL TRAFFIC ACCIDENT
On 08/28/08, at about 0445 hours, officers of the Bakersfield Police
Department responded to the intersection of White Lane and Pin Oak Park
Boulevard for a major injury traffic accident.
Investigation revealed a red and white Honda CBR 600...
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I'm a September 1st man myself, though I've heard others say end of September or even the last day of the Kern County Fair.
I realize those pesky 100-degree days may make a surprise appearance in September, but the leaves are littering the yard and the worst is over.
When do you consider...
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Many sources are reporting a slight upswing in the market. What do they base this on? In the local real estate market we have seen our absorption rate drop over the past several months, which is really cool. This indicates that more homes are selling than in recent months than are being...
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I haven't been on Bakersfield.com for a while except for VERY sporadically. It feels good to be back -
Where have I been?
In a nutshell:" I have lived a lot of life, a lot of angst and I think i have come out for the best. I have wondered during the past eighteen...
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GOSPEL READING
The Gospel is also available in:
11th Thursday after Pentecost
The Reading is from Matthew 24:13-28
The Lord said to his disciples, "He who endures to the end will be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached throughout the whole...
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Recently discovered satellite galaxies described as “Puffy balls in space” may be orbs of dark matter. And these may be the explanation for the smaller orbs sometimes appearing in photographs, even the explanation for the many stories about ghosts and spirits, angels and demons...
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Last Friday, AB 1634 was defeated in the California State Senate. 27 courageous Senators voted to protect the rights of pets and their owners by voting against this legislation.
Today, PetPAC is announcing a petition drive named “10,000 Thank You’s.” Our goal is to have 10,000...
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Two boys involved in the fatal beating of an 81-year-old man in June pleaded guilty to murder and other charges Thursday morning.
William Wandick III and Robert Smith III, both 13, will be sentenced on Sept. 12, Deputy District Attorney Craig Smith said. He said they could actually be sentenced...
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I am glad for my friend .What a waste of a young life.
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The French are different from thee and me. But then, why *COULDN'T* it be shown on American TV?
The....juiciest soft drink commerical ever. May not be safe for work.
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BAKERSFIELD HAS LOST ONE ITS BEST LOCAL MUSIC SUPPORTERS AND MUSICAL FRIENDS...PLEASE MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND, OR MAKE A DONATION.
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Concerns are mounting over the tactics being used to silence the opposition.
"It's worth noting that this isn't the first time Bauer has called for criminal investigations and prosecutions into the donors to independent groups critical of Obama, including one supporting John Edwards and...
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Madonna may be a shrewd business woman, a smooth, ebullient performer and entertainer, and she's come out with some pretty catchy, bouncy dance grooves. She can even pull off slower songs like Take a Bow. And the girl has staying power. Nobody can knock her in that...
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FATAL MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
NEWS RELEASE
KERN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
CORONER DIVISION
This news release is prepared under the direction of the Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator for the convenience of news reporters. Facts concerning news events of major importance, which occur...
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If you like comedy, you'll love this piece. It's the best comedy I've written. And in a way, it's terrifying too...
I once lived in a little white house near downtown Bakersfield in the Oleander area. A rental, it wasn’t a fancy house. Probably built in the 1950s, it was still comfortable,...
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Bill Clinton's speech was nothing short of brilliant. And though you would have never known that just a few months ago he would have been proud to have shared the ticket with McCain, Biden's speech wasn't too shaby either. Yes, the speeches were built upon a foundation of falsehoods...
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WARNING FOUL LANGUAGE
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Wow, should I go for the Fez, or the pimp hat? (Uh, I mean, the Boogie) ... decisions, decisions.
Press Release August 12, 2008 – Adamstown, PA
Bollman Hat Company Celebrates 140 Years of Excellence with a First Ever Commemorative Hat Series
It was one hundred and forty...
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BAKERSFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS RELEASE
ATTEMPTED MURDER SUSPECT AT LARGE
At midnight on the night of 8-27-2008, officers of the Bakersfield
Police Department responded to the apartment complex at 1201 40th Street
regarding two gunshot victims.
Officers determined several...
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OBAMA SPEECH
Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama accepts the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday night, and his acceptance speech here could be his most important moment of the campaign. Expectations are high, and some Democrats want Obama to match his rhetorical flourish on the...
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Famed graffiti artist Banksy has commemorated the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with six pieces of street art in New Orleans.
Check them out here.
And keep an eye on Hurricane Gustav here as New Orleans residents prepare to evacuate.
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But he's not telling you who it is yet.
McCain is expected to reveal his choice Friday morning, which should take some of the post-Democratic glow off of Obama's Thursday night speech.
According to top Republicans close to McCain's campaign, the top contenders are the same men who have been the...
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Inside Edition Smears Jones For Malkin Confrontation
Paul Joseph Watson
Prison Planet
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Despite promises to remain impartial and tell the truth about what really happened, Inside Edition unsurprisingly...
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Excuse me Mr. Obama, I mean Senator Obama, sir. Um . . . Know you are busy and important and stuff. I mean running for president is very important and .
. . Ah . . . I hate to...
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How Big Brother watches your every move
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/2571041/How-Big-Brother-watches-your-every-move.html
In our ever-growing surveillance society, the average Briton is being recorded 3,000 times a week. Richard Gray reports.
Last Updated: 9:33AM BST...
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A motorcylist reported to be 20 years old was killed early Thursday morning on White Lane at Pin Oak Park Boulevard, officials reported.
The motorcyclist appeared to be speeding eastbound on White Lane when he hit a curb, a sign and a power control box, California Highway Patrol Officer Greg...
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Not sure what crimes these folks were arrested for? Check out our list below or click on the link to a penal code reference site.
KATHRYN HALL F RIDGECREST CA 93555 W ...
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Pedestrian struck by auto on Union Avenue & 4th Street, Bakersfield
NEWS RELEASE
KERN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
CORONER DIVISION
This news release is prepared under the direction of the Sheriff-Coroner-Public Administrator for the convenience of news reporters. Facts concerning...
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Just for a little fun, you guys really need to see this. Can your kids or grandkids do this at that age?
http://video.aol.com/video/...
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Mary Summa made the promise and, by God, she kept it.
"If the platform supports embryonic stem cell research, I'll do everything I can to get it out," Summa said of the controversial medical initiative that Senator McCain and [Platform chair Senator Richard] Burr have supported. ...
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