Crystal Gifts News
- Foggie a champion on and off the court Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 1:56AMWe get to see a lot of high school athletic events. It's what we do.
- Requited Love on a Georgetown Corner Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:44PMA kitschy dessert spot will take over the former Nathan's location.
- Related Sites Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:38AMEstate tax repeal is real, .... well maybe. Congress might retroactively reinstate the estate tax. Then again they might not. The gift tax rate is currently 35% and is scheduled to be 55% next year if Congress doesn't act. Carry over basis is now the law.
- Oscar swag bags worth $91,000 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:28PMTalk about lovely parting gifts — wow.
- What the bloody hell went wrong? Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:00AM"SHE doesn't do anything. She's never worked," says one brand expert of Lara Bingle. "To earn the respect of the Australian market, you need to have held a job."
- Hernando County business digest Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:30AMBrieflyWalgreens stores across the county have signed on to help Gifts from Home send treats to troops serving overseas. The item for March: Wonka Bars.
- What's So Great about Hand-Made? (in News) Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:04AMWhether it's dog biscuits or sealskin parkas, creating items by hand builds culture and communities.
- Nigeria : Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:13PMThe San's Pulpit - Fit for the Home Video? Sometime last week, someone, somewhere, decided to bring back our dear and beloved President to his fatherland in circumstances that have triggered further debate as to our ability to manage our affairs as ordered by the extant Constitution.
- Crystal Cove Alliance Announces Second Phase of Renovation for Historic Beachfront Cottages Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:58PMNEWPORT COAST, Calif.----Crystal Cove Alliance and California State Parks announced today that Phase II, the next phase of restoration for the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District, has begun.
- 'American Idol' Power List: We're down to 20! Who's your favorite? Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 11:14AMAfter a rocky start to the semifinals last week, American Idol's top 20 contestants will be back tonight and tomorrow ...
- Crouching Tiger, hidden drag Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:56PMCrouching Tiger, hidden drag
- DEVELOPING: School district warns about the dangers candy-flavored street drugs Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:37PMWittenberg-Birnamwood School leaders are warning students about drugs that look like candy.
- When to have the birds and the bees talk Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:34PMIs there ever a right time--or way--to explain where babies come from?
- When to have the birds and the bees talk Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:32PMThe training bra has burst into my reality. Not in my household, at least not yet. But they are appearing on some of my 7-year-old daughter's only slightly older friends. Luckily she hasn't noticed yet.
- Business News Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:57AMDETROIT — Toyota’s pain is its rivals’ gain. Click for more NEW YORK — The stock market had its third straight winning day on signs that companies are becoming more optimistic about the economy.
- COUNCIL ROUNDUP: City makes it easier for churches to move in and says goodbye to Mayor Barker Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:45AMChurches seeking to move into Destin will have more location options, as the City Council approved motions that open up more of the city to religious organizations. During Monday night’s council meeting, councilmen unanimously approved the first...
- The future tastes good Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:01AM"You are about to make a new friend," "You are cautious in showing your true self to others," "Help, I'm trapped in a fortune cookie factory!"
- Nine area teens net president’s volunteer award Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:49AMLAKEWOOD RANCH — Her smile can turn someone’s day around, friends of Braden River High sophomore Annie Curry say.
- 'Idol' Power List: the Top 20 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:31PMBy Michael Slezak Lots of shifts on Michael Slezak's list, with two moving into top 5; see his ranking, support your fave in our poll
- TV Review: 'Idol' Power List: the Top 20 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:29PMAfter a rocky start to the semifinals last week, American Idol ’s top 20 contestants will be back tonight and tomorrow to prove they’re more Kelly Clarkson than Kelli Glover . Before they sing another note, however, it’s time for me to rank their place in the season 9 stratosphere — and for you to weigh in with your own vote in our handy Power List Poll. So, without further ado, let’s get to it ...
- Masters or no Masters, here's the lowdown on Augusta, Ga. Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:29PMAUGUSTA, Ga. - Georgia will be on everyone's mind come April when it's time for the 2010 Masters Tournament in Augusta. ...
- Masters or no Masters, here's the lowdown on Augusta, Ga. Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:29PMAUGUSTA, Ga. - Georgia will be on everyone's mind come April when it's time for the 2010 Masters Tournament in Augusta. ...
- Polish King’s Passion for Turkey Goes on Display in Dresden Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:24PMMarch 2 (Bloomberg) -- August the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland who liked to prove the aptness of his nickname by breaking horse shoes with his bare hands, also had a fondness for oriental cultures and people.
- Hotel marks anniversary with special packages Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:30PMW Doha Hotels and Residences is offering special packages on all services as part of its first anniversary celebration. The hotel, which turned one yesterday, will offer customers in a month-long promotion, special room package and slash prices at its Crystal Lounge and Spice Market restaurants.
- Families, friends of football players who drowned try to cope with loss Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:35PMFamilies and friends of football players who drowned try to come to terms with the loss.
- Sedalia fifth grader passes up birthday presents to help shelter animals Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:47PMA fifth-grade student at Sacred Heart School celebrated her birthday with friends learning Zumba, making a music video and playing basketball, but when she opened her gifts she was not disappointed to receive paper towels and dog food.
- Cruising into matrimony Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:51AMWedding business at sea has increased by as much as 60 percent in the last decade, report the 21 maritime members of Cruise Lines International Association. Wedding business at sea has increased by as much as 60 percent in the last decade, report the 21 maritime members of Cruise Lines International Association.
- Gut instinct shouldn’t be ignored in stalking cases Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:56AMListen to your gut.
- donga.com[English donga] Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:29PMFigure skating queen Kim Yu-na, in her blue dress trimmed with glittering crystal, was an angel on the ice yesterday. She seemed to dream on the rink while forgetting the enthusiastic support and severe pressure from her Korean fans.
- United Way of Greater Greensboro Engages Donors in Partner Agency Work Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 3:29PMGreensboro, NC- On Saturday, February 27 at 10:00 am, United Way Young Leaders will be gathering to do some spring cleaning at Bell House on 2400 Summit Avenue.
- Winter Haven's Wooddell is Polk County's top teacher Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:46AMWendi Wooddell, an English and journalism teacher at Winter Haven High School, was named the 2010 Polk County teacher of the year Thursday night at The Lakeland Center. As part of her prize package, she won a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
- Winter Haven teacher takes top honor Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:16AMLAKELAND - The 2010 Polk County Teacher of the Year hails from Winter Haven High School. A teacher for 27 years, she recognized her fellow long-time teachers in her acceptance speech.
- Don't make your honeymoon the first fight of your engagement Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 2:09AMI love travel scenes in old movies, and one of my favorites is in the original version of "Father of the Bride." Soon-to-be-married Elizabeth Taylor comes crying to daddy, Spencer Tracy, weeping that she wants to call off the wedding because of a fight with her fiance.
- A New Look At an Old Drug Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 11:01PMHeroin: Teen’s Drug of Choice Today’s image of a heroin addict is no longer an unkempt, dirty loser with needlemarks on their arm, but a smiling, smart teenage Prom Queen. That was the message to parents and teens attending a heroin forum, “Not My Child” presented by Kristin M. Fexas, deputy bureau chief from District Attorney Kathleen Rice’s office as she spoke in the St. Dominic High School ...
- Daniel Bruno Sanz: Sanjusangendo Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:33PMHeaven, may I be a Yurikamome amid Chrysanthemum flowers at Gion Matsori? High over Yasaka, show me a bird's eye view of Kannon, the god...
- MLS Newsstand Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 4:31PMThe Philadelphia Union and Allentown-based energy company PPL Corp. yesterday announced PPL's 11-year commitment to the franchise, a naming-rights deal worth an estimated $20 million.
- ‘Rising city-builders’ strive to make their mark Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:02AMDiverseCity program brings together 27 promising and creative young professionals from a wide range of backgrounds.
- ELIZABETH A. NUNN Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 1:50PMMrs. Elizabeth A. Nunn, 93, of Green Cove Springs, Fla., passed away Monday, February 15, 2010. She was born on August 16, 1916, in Des Moines, Iowa to Arthur and Gladys Park. She has been a local resident for the past 35 years, moving here from Illinois.
- ART GALLERY CALENDAR: February 26 to March 4 Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 2:54PMBAINBRIDGE ISLAND —EDITOR’S NOTE: Calendars in the print version of Kitsap A&E have been edited for space and timeliness. Full-length versions of the calendars are available in the Entertainment section of kitsapsun.com.Art WalksBainbridge Island: First Friday downtown gallery openings from 6 to 8 p.m.Bremerton: Downtown’s First Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.Gig Harbor: First Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m ...
- Cinderella ball benefits Joffrey Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 4:01AMThe benevolent babes of the Joffrey Ballet Women's Board put on anevent fit for a princess -- Cinderella, to be exact -- Friday afternoonat the Four Seasons Hotel with their "Cindy's Having a Ball" luncheon.Those of the "ladies-who-lunch" set and other Joffrey supportersenjoyed an afternoon of girly revelry, complete with mini-makeovers,long-stem roses and pink champagne.
- Dedicated blood donors ‘who saved 750 people’ Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 3:57AMTHEY have given blood a total of 250 times between them, potentially helping to save the lives of up to 750 patients in local hospitals.
- School Notes 2/22/2010 Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 5:36AMAbington Heights For Marina Fox, learning to speak Russian is a way to get in touch with her heritage. The sophomore was born in Russia and came to the U.S. in 2000. She enrolled in a Russian class last year. Just a few weeks ago, Marina found out an ess
- A Prom Night to Remember at Walter Reed Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 3:46AMAlexandria, Va. teen takes a night off from battling Leukemia to enjoy a rite of teenage passage.
- At home: Burnout-free showers for new generation of women Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 9:31PMMOST WOMEN go through a phase, somewhere between age 20 and 35, when they're deluged with shower invitations.
- For one cancer patient, it was a prom night to remember Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 8:15PMAshley Riemer, a 17-year-old high school senior from Alexandria, Va., celebrated her "prom" at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center on Saturday.
- JDHS girls split series with Kings Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 3:02PMSenior Crystal Blair scored 21 points on senior night, senior Ciara Patton added 10, and the Kayhi girls basketball team evened its season series against Southeast Conference rival Juneau-Douglas with a 49-45 win over the Crimson Bears on Saturday at Clarke Cochrane Gymnasium.
- Not game for showers? Keep events simple, easy Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 10:02AMMost women go through a phase between ages 20 and 35 when they’re deluged with shower invitations. Friends are getting married and having babies as if men and babies were 70 percent off at the outlet mall. You can get sick from all that joy.I’m beyond that phase, but when I was in the heat of it, I received most shower invitations with the same sentiment: Not another shower! It wasn’t that I ...
- More people say no to credit Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 3:54AMWhat's in her wallet? Not a single credit card.
- When Augusta, Georgia, is on your mind Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 3:18AMMasters or no Masters, here's the lowdown on this gracious city.
- Poles Throw Bicentennial Bash for Composer Frederic Chopin Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 8:43PMA bust of piano composer Frederick Chopin at the Musical Academy in Warsaw, Poland. This year Poland is celebrating with great pomp the 200th birthday anniversary of virtuoso Chopin, born near Warsaw in 1810. AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski.