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Debra Jenner has been denied parole seven times, but, will seek her freedom once again next week. In 1987, she stabbed her three-year-old daughter, Abby, 70 times with a Chicago Cutlery knife because the child was "fussy" (read more about the details of the murder here). In 2003, Jenner admitted her guilt in taped interviews and former Governor Bill Janklow (R) commuted her sentence to 100 years in prison. Chief Deputy Attorney General Mark Barnett opposes her release, however, because he says Jenner privately tells fellow inmates that she is innocent. As such, the 50-year old's sentence will end in 2039, with good behavior. Jenner's original sentence was life without the possibility of parole.

Dakota Fanning continua su crecimeinto en el ambiente artístico, a sus escazos diez años, ella mantiene un monto mínimo por el que participaría en una película que ronda los $3,000,000, esto es mucho más de lo que mucho de nosotros logre acumular en una vida entera…

Num sei porque, mas sempre achey a Dakota Fanning com cara de psicopata juvenil! Esse sorrisinho na cara, os zoínhos inocentes...não me enganam! Por trás dessa imagem angelicam existe uma aborrecente psy trance! Pra mim, a qualquer momento ela vai correr atrás de mim com uma faca com o rosto meio linda Blair dizendo: I kill you...I kill you....bitch!! Tá muito linda, muito phopha...mesmo assim...não me convenceu! Bjostenhomedadela!

 In an attempt to challenge the supreme court, South Dakota voters will be voting on a referendum to ban many abortions. South Dakota voted on a much more strict version of this bill two years ago and it was narrowly defeated. This bill offers a few changes. The 2006 text allowed for exceptions only if the [...]

This post, at the ArgusLeader, retells the story of "the Janklow 36." Twenty-two years ago, in October of 1986, Governor Bill Janlow (R) addressed the prison overcrowding pardon by releasing individuals that he considered to be "low-risk inmates with few South Dakota ties." Thus, the commutations were conditioned on the recipients leaving the state and never returning. The article says a commutation of that sort "has not been granted in South Dakota before or since." The result of the effort? The ArgusLeader notes:It was a gamble that, according to an Argus Leader investigation, turned out to be a much bigger public safety risk to South Dakota and other states than the governor probably ever imagined. A few took advantage of the release to re-enter society, starting families and businesses

Y nuestro amigo Darkmanny nos envía estas 2 estupendas colaboraciones, en primer lugar tenemos a Cali Luv...Y para finalizar, Dakota Rae... Gracias Darkmanny por tus excelentes aportes!!! Todos demos las gracias entonces!!!

Article source: Inc., the nation’s third largest check approval and guarantee company, has been chosen as a preferred service partner for the South Dakota Automobile Dealers Association (SDADA). As a preferred partner, CrossCheck will offer SDADA members special program pricing for standard guarantee and check conversion services. “CrossCheck has been a leading provider to the auto industry for over 25 years. Dealerships across America use our Multiple Check premium to increase sales and Internet approval for the fastest authorizations. We also offer a check conversion program that converts business checks, a great feature for parts and service departments. We look forward to bringing these services to the members of SDADA,” said J. David Siembieda, CrossCheck president and CEO.

Reader Question My father’s Dodge Dakota 1996 model has been strangely running hot and not losing water, I use it for driving around town (going to work and the local college). First off the radiator’s only a year and a half old so I’ve come to a decision (or rather my dad has) that its not an [...]

I know it's officially springtime because I am seeing color, color everywhere. I seriously it sticks around for a while because I sooooo missed it. BB Dakota has brought us a bounty of spring in swing with clothing galore in fun new fashions. Oh sure we have gotten pretty pieces of apparel here and there from them but this time they dropped off a bunch of fun new stuff. For shirts that flirt with sweetness and style we have a few new tops that ought to rock your boat and are great for day or night wear.Pretty in white with a pink iridescent shine to it is perfect for a day outIf you want something just as flirty but a little bit easier to go from day to nite with, try this white pleated tankTo rock the lady in black look try BB Dakotas strap tank, with a looped double button col

Dennis Fritz, Author of Journey Toward Justice,arrived in Vermillion, South Dakota, to share his nightmare-out-of-hell story, of the unjust and wrongful conviction for 1st Degree Capital Murder— that he had to suffer for 12 grueling years before justice finally prevailed.April 7, 2008, Upon entering the South Dakota Law School, Dennis was warmly greeted with open arms by the entirely of the Innocence Project staff members, and students. After refreshments and pictures, Dennis was escorted to the Courtroom forum, where a crowd of over 200 people awaited his presence. The air was filled with anticipation and electricity as Mr. Fritz took his seat, before being introduced by the President, Emily Sippel, of the South Dakota, Innocence Project.In his casual style and deliberate manner, Denni

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Found this via my blogging buddy Kim. Apparently I've ignored the entire Pacific Northwest and the Midwest (even traveling like a dog for work all these years... you'd think I've been everywhere by now).://bighugelabs.com/flickr/map.php

April 27 — Medical examiners are blaming over-stimulation as the cause of a Winnemucka man’s death, when the convicted pedophile couldn’t decide which Dakota Fanning movie to watch on cable Saturday afternoon and his head burst. Jim Berry, 46, was discovered by a neighbor who reported hearing a loud “pop” coming from Berry’s home around [...]

Are you a South Dakota resident seeking to join YTB (Your Travel Biz)? Are you a South Dakota resident seeking to supplement your income during the struggling economy?If you answered yes to these questions, then you need to consider joining YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore of Grant Michigan.YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore is the #1 YTB team in Michigan hands down. We have more resources, more marketing websites and the number one Google ranking for YTB in Michigan. In fact, we have 9 of 10 possible top ranking in Google for YTB in Michigan. We can do the same for you in South Dakota.How do we achieve such lofty Google rankings? This is simple hard work creating quality content that Google deems important. If the internet giant of search engines deems YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore

Are you a North Dakota resident seeking to join YTB (Your Travel Biz)? Are you a North Dakota resident seeking to supplement your income during the struggling economy?If you answered yes to these questions, then you need to consider joining YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore of Grant Michigan.YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore is the #1 YTB team in Michigan hands down. We have more resources, more marketing websites and the number one Google ranking for YTB in Michigan. In fact, we have 9 of 10 possible top ranking in Google for YTB in Michigan. We can do the same for you in North Dakota.How do we achieve such lofty Google rankings? This is simple hard work creating quality content that Google deems important. If the internet giant of search engines deems YTB Travelmore and Team Travelmore

Quote From Site: "The North Dakota Wheat Commission has a variety of materials available for order, ranging from recipes and educational materials to specific wheat related information. Links are provided for those items available for download from this web site." Visit their website to learn more and to request your free samples and materials from the North Dakota Wheat Commission. They have a

According to the State News Service, Governor Mike Rounds (R) has issued the following pardons which were requested through the South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles : Lisa M. Wagner (charged with 2 counts of possession of a controlled substance in 1994). Jory Clow charged with 5 counts of second degree petty theft in 1999). James Brandt (possession of a controlled substance) Terry Hanson (2nd degree rape in 1985).

There have been repeated reports that the Clinton campaign is going after delegates pledged to Obama. While her campaign has previously denied this, ABC News reports that Clinton is going after pledged delegates in North Dakota: Sen. Hillary Clinton made a blunt appeal to North Dakota delegates to switch their support to her, despite the [...]

Abortion opponents are an interesting lot. For years, they have argued that all abortion is wrong as it involves the taking of a life. An inability to sway the public to embrace laws that would ban all abortions seems to be leading pro-lifers to adopt an incremental approach. South Dakota appears to be the battleground [...]

A cowboy from Texas rode into town and stopped at a saloon for a drink. Unfortunately, the locals always had a habit of picking on strangers, which he was.When he finished his drink, he found his horse had been stolen. He went back into the bar, handily flipped his gun into the air, caught it above his head without even looking and fired a shot into the ceiling."Which one of you sidewinders stole my horse?!?!?" he yelled with surprising forcefulness. No one answered. "Alright, I'm gonna have another beer, and if my horse ain't back outside by the time I finish, I'm gonna do what I dun in Dakota! And I don't like to have to do what I dun in Dakota "Some of the locals shifted restlessly. The man, true to his word, had another beer, walked outside, and his horse has been returned to the post.

(continued from last week) You can’t go to the Black Hills without seeing Mt. Rushmore.  Honestly, it was probably the one place I was the least excited to see.  It was on the list because I felt like I had to see it.  But once we got there and I was walking down the avenue of [...]

Last summer we loaded up the kids (ages 13,11 and 6) and headed for the hills.  The Black Hills of South Dakota to be exact.  We spent 3 weeks on this trip and easily could have added a couple more.  Coming from Michigan along the I-80/I-90 we hit many fun places along the way… The Jolly Green [...]

Remember the mummified dinosaur discovery that made the huge headlines months ago? It's now being reported again. After careful cleaning and removing rock from its body, scientists were able to identify the dinosaur as an Edmontosaurus.

Remember the mummified dinosaur discovery that made the huge headlines months ago? It's now being reported again. After careful cleaning and removing rock from its body, scientists were able to identify the dinosaur as an Edmontosaurus. Something I have been thinking it was. Especially since this fossil was found dated to about 67 million years ago at the same time Edmontosaurus once roamed the earth. I thought it was an Edmontosaurus when I first looked at the fossil and the dinosaur and now I know for sure it is an Edmontosaurus, one of the most common duck-billed dinosaurs that lived in large herds for protection against their tyrannosaurian enemies. There has been talk about touring the fossil all over the country, but I'm like Laelaps who would rather just have National Geographic no

Remember the mummified dinosaur discovery that made the huge headlines months ago? It’s now being reported again. After careful cleaning and removing rock from its body, scientists were able to identify the dinosaur as an Edmontosaurus. Something I have been thinking it was. Especially since this fossil was found dated to about 67 million years [...]

Edmontosauro descubierto en 1999.Este dinosaurio descubierto por accidente por unos trabajadores en el año 2004, se ha convertido en la nueva atracción del estado de Dakota del Norte en los Estados Unidos.Lo curioso con este dinosaurio es su muy buen estado de conservación, a pesar de sus 65 millones de años de antiguedad; tanto que su piel está momificada y es tan dura como el hierro, conviertiéndose así en el único dinosaurio encontrado en tan buen estado.El mes pasado ha sido trasladado a un museo y aún se encuentran limpiándolo y trabajando en su próxima exhibición para el mundo.

A couple of years came and went with the same routine.......... A trainer here and there. I had gotten my trailer in 2005 and that seemed to be the best year I had with Dakota. By that time I had the little grade mare worth her weight in gold, Misty, who Jess and Gerald had found for me. I had been able to get him on the trail. The first trail ride, Todd took him out along the road while I rode Misty, Dakota reared at a passing truck. The second was on the trail and Todd rode again. Getting him to cross water was a challenge, but once he did get in the water, we had to get him out quick. Dakota loved water! The next few trail rides, I was able to take him out with a group, although he could behave so badly on the ground, he wasn't too bad out on the trail. He loved the trail and wanted to

So Dakota was here and I had connected the training pen to the lean-to temporarily until the fence for the paddock and pasture were finished. I had gotten all the things I needed. The 100 gallon water trough, feed dishes, feed and cleared out a space in the garage and layed down some pallets and ordered my hay. I believe it was about September of 2000 when Dakota moved in. I can't remember exactly, may have been October.I set up the training pen and starting lunging Dakota on my off days as Jess had taught me. That is until Winter set in and I was limited to just spending time with him feeding and watering and he eventually got better with Huck the farrier. I sucked in every piece of advice I could. Bought the books on training, veterinary, horse care and all I could. Many a call to Jess f

There seems to be a lot of talk recently about the right horse, the wrong people, the right trainer, etc.. So I thought I would share my experience with my first horse. The horse of my own. The first horse I ever bought. And this horse is Dakota, registered name Dusk Te Troubles. And don't ever let anyone say that there's nothing in a name..........This story begins in the year 2000, when I had finally good reason and bit the bullet to get a divorce from my daughter's father. I had the property. I had wanted a horse and pony for years, but the marriage being what it was, well, it just didn't happen. So onward I went, keeping the home and Zoe in my care and meeting Steve over the Internet. I decided that it was time to get my horse.I asked Jess to keep an eye out and help me find my horse a

North Dakota payroll has some unique aspects and conditions. Some of the details and laws are set out in this article including information concerning: tax withholding and reporting; unemployment insurance taxes and reporting; wage and hour laws; and child support withholding. More: continued here

Dakota is a popular place to undergo Lasik eye surgery. Well, first it is important to inform you about Lasik eye surgery. It is a modern form of eye surgery that helps you to get rid of sight distortions. The lasers tend to correct your sight and make it perfect. Well, now you will ask [...]

North Dakota has joined the growing list of states in which we have a relationship with a lawyer who is familiar with the (NFA) National Firearms Act's requirements relating to the formation of trusts to purchase Class 3 weapons. These...

   Dakota Mountain Lodge Aligns With Waldorf Astoria Collection  Dakota Mountain Lodge May Be Park City’s New Hot Spot.  Dakota Mountain Lodge made national news last year with their announcement of their affiliation with the Golden Door Spa.  Today’s news that the Waldorf=Astoria Collection and Hilton have stepped up to the plate is a big deal for The Canyons® [...]

The Rich Thirteen Year Old Acting Sensation Dakota Fanning The world of Hollywood has seen a number of child stars come and go over the years. One of the most successful child stars of today is Dakota Fanning. Dakota has been seen in numerous big budget films such as War of the Worlds, Charlotte´s Web, and [...]

CWT - Bismark, ND. Cats With Thumbs midwest affilate reports year long secret negotiations between the U.S. & Canada are in the " final stages, " and the U.S. State of North Dakota is expected to become the 11th Canadian Province before the end of 2008. If the annexation proceeds as planned, it will be the first peaceful reduction of United States continental territory and the first and only U.S. State to be sold to another country. The Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade refused official comment when asked for verification by CWT reporters on location in Ottawa. A Canadian Foreign Affairs official told Cats With Thumbs off the record: " We couldn't be happier - as you are no doubt aware, Canada is seldom at the forefront of global media interest and the cou

Capital Pierre Area 77,116 sq mi199,730 sq km Population(2000 census) 754,844 Major Cities(2000 census) Sioux Falls (123,975), Rapid City (59,607),Aberdeen (24,658), Watertown (20,237),Brookings (18,504) Major Rivers Missouri, James, White, Belle Fourche Highest Point Harney Peak7,242 feet2,207 meters Industry food processing, machinery, lumber and wood products, tourism Agriculture beef cattle, hogs, corn, hay, wheat, milk, sunflowers Minerals and Resources gold, portland cement, construction sand and gravel marketing

Capital Bismarck Area 70,703 sq mi183,121 sq km Population(2000 census) 642,200 Major Cities(2000 census) Fargo (90,599), Bismarck (55,532),Grand Forks (49,321), Minot (36,567),Mandan (16,718) Major Rivers Missouri, Red, Little Missouri, Sheyenne, Souris, James Highest Point White Butte3,506 feet1,069 meters Industry food processing, machinery, mining, tourism Agriculture wheat, beef cattle, barley, sunflowers, milk, sugar beets, hay Minerals and Resources petroleum, coal, construction sand and gravel, lime marketing

If you live in Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, Ohio, North Dakota or Iowa, you won't be able to pay to see Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman and Sacha Baron Cohen in "Sweeny Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" at your local Marcus Theatres cinema.Johnny Depp and Alan Rickman in "SweenyTodd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street".Photo credit: IMDbIn a bizarre turn of events, Marcus Theaters - the seventh-largest circuit in the U.S. - on Tuesday told Paramount Pictures it won't book the film in any of its 49 theaters because the studio's asking price is too high, according to Variety. Variety also reported:It's rare for an exhibitor and studio to end up in such a situation."Unfortunately, as a result of the negotiations with Paramount reaching an impasse, Marcus Theatres will not be showing "Sweeny Todd' in any of its locations," Marcus prexy Bruce J. Olson said in a statement.Olson added: "This decision was reluctantly reached because the pri

estuve viendo esta noticia y me parecio un poco comico que algunos diarios prestigiosos pensaran que el dinosaurio que fue hallado en Dakota del Norte sea como una momia real, pues parece que el nombre momificado no fue muy bien entendido, es imposible que un tejido resista tanto tiempo, lo que fue encontrado son los tejidos y ligamentos del dinosaurios pero fosilizados, es decir es en realidad una roca en la cual dejo huella estos tejidos, pero los cientificos al ponerle "momificado" confundieron a algunos.bueno aca le dejo con la noticia del dinosaurionoticia

Levi Johnson claims that he broke the world record for hot sauce consumption up in Tea South Dakota.  Levi downed 5.5 ounces of Tobasco at a sports bar.  5.5 ounces may not sound like much but a shot is 1.5 ounces.  So Levi had 3 2/3′ds shots of hot sauce. That’s a lot of Tobasco.  Most people only use a few dashes of tobasco to spice things up.  One of my favorite shots to give someone on their 21st birthday is a Prairie Fire.  It is a shot of tequila with tobasco added.  Even with that shot, only a few dashes are added. The Guinness Book of World Records is still in the verification process of Levi’s claim.  Reports do not indicate how much liquor was consumed that led up to Levi’s daring demonstration, but witnesses report hearing a “Whooooo!” exclaimed shorly there after.  Levi’s rectum was unavailable for comment the next day. Full Story

主題: 美國北達克他州的向日葵田.Your browser does not support script.Български: Слънчогледово поле във Фарго (Северна Дакота, САЩ)Česky: Slunečnicové pole ve Fargo, Severní Dakota (USA)Deutsch: Ein Sonnenblumenfeld in Fargo, North Dakota (USA)English: A Sunflower field in Fargo, North Dakota (USA)Esperanto: La Sunfloro kampo en Fago(Fargo), Norda Dakoto en USA.Español: Campo de girasoles en Fargo, Dakota del Norte, USASuomi: Auringonkukkapelto Fargossa, Pohjois-DakotassaFrançais : Champ de tournesols à Fargo, Dakota du Nord (États-Unis d'Amérique)Italiano: Campo di girasoli nel North Dakota (USA)日本語: 米国ノースダコタ州ファーゴのひまわり畑。Lëtzebuergesch : E Sonneblummefeld zu Fargo, North Dakota (USA).Polski: Pole słoneczników w Fargo (Dakota Północna, Stany Zjednoczone).Português: Campo de margaridas em Fargo, Dakota do Norte (EUA)Русский: Подсолнуховое (Helian

主題: 美國北達克他州的向日葵田.Your browser does not support script.Български: Слънчогледово поле във Фарго (Северна Дакота, САЩ)Česky: Slunečnicové pole ve Fargo, Severní Dakota (USA)Deutsch: Ein Sonnenblumenfeld in Fargo, North Dakota (USA)English: A Sunflower field in Fargo, North Dakota (USA)Esperanto: La Sunfloro kampo en Fago(Fargo), Norda Dakoto en USA.Español: Campo de girasoles en Fargo, Dakota del Norte, USASuomi: Auringonkukkapelto Fargossa, Pohjois-DakotassaFrançais : Champ de tournesols à Fargo, Dakota du Nord (États-Unis d'Amérique)Italiano: Campo di girasoli nel North Dakota (USA)日本語: 米国ノースダコタ州ファーゴのひまわり畑。Lëtzebuergesch : E Sonneblummefeld zu Fargo, North Dakota (USA).Polski: Pole słoneczników w Fargo (Dakota Północna, Stany Zjednoczone).Português: Campo de margaridas em Fargo, Dakota do Norte (EUA)Русский: Подсолнуховое (Helian

Rating: 0 Posted By: jchandler Views: 88 Replies: 0 Saw this at the clearance section of Riz Camera.Outfit Includes:Dakota Cat Eye 10x25 Binoculars in brass (color), Case and StrapFrom Quantaray, the Dakota Cat Eye Binoculars. The Cat Eye features 10x magnification, ruby-coated ''cat eye'' lens, easy center focus, and a rubber-coated grip. These binoculars are great for nature, sports, and bird watching. The light weight construction makes holding the Cat Eyes easier for extended periods, and the stylish look makes them a standout in any environment.Click for BlueClick for BronzeS&H looks to be $6.95. These aren't super duper military spec (Steiner) or 10 x 50, but they look pretty cool and if they get broken or lost...oh well.Sign up, shop, and get paid with FatWallet Cash Back!

I did not go on this trip, but I'm sharing pictures taken by Doug and his friend, John, as they rode their motorcycles across Minnesota and South Dakota to this year's motorcycle rally in Sturgis.DougJohnYes, the guys did wear protective jackets and helmets. It was very hot, though, so when they stopped at different places, they immediately took off their gear. In some places, the temperature was over 100°F.SturgisHill CityOf course, now I wish I had gone because I'm thinking about all the pictures I could have taken. On the other hand, riding across Minnesota and South Dakota on the back of Doug's bike doesn't sound too comfortable.

Or is that Shari starts her training to train Dakota.It's important I get this right. With Dakota being a yearling, she needs to learn respect and grow out of her "pocket pet" attitude.Now, I'll be the first to admit losing 80 or so pounds would be good for me. You should see me huff and puff my way around the farm.Actually, I'm getting better. At least I don't completely run out of air before I get the daily chores done.But, working a horse in our round pen, is a lot more work. The ground is very soft sand, and is quite uneven as the horses sink halfway up their hooves. That leaves big divots to navigate... that and the road apples they drop.Dakota's first lesson yesterday was to accept the "stick and string". She'd been trained to voice and whistle. However, I prefer to point, "cluck", and then hit the ground with the stick and string. That's the method taught by Clinton Anderson of Downunder Horsemanship.She did very well, letting me rub her all over with the stick and strin

Imagine our surprise when Dixie, our neighbor asked if we'd take Dakota, her yearling paint filly.We'd known since she put her place up for sale there was an "outside chance" we'd get one of the horses... but we never, ever thought it would be Dakota. This is her very favorite little filly.I hadn't gotten here yet when Dakota was born, but Bev and Cindy were at Dixie's within a few days of her birth.Her daddy, "Sailor" is a full Quarter Horse paint, and her momma is 1/2 Quarter Horse, 1/4 Saddle Bred, and 1/4 Appaloosa. So that makes Dakota a whole lot more Quarter Horse.The pictures below start with daddy, and then momma and baby, taken last year in late May.Yesterday afternoon, Dixie stopped by and asked us to come over later. We hadn't told Mom, yet, that we're getting another horse.At dinner, Mom inquired as to what Dixie wanted with us at her place... Well, let's just say Mom thinks we're "babysitting" for a while, a long while.The plan was to "pony" Dakota off the back o

Senator John Thune (R-South Dakota)Thune, formerly the lone Congressman from South Dakota, narrowly lost to Senator Tim Johnson (D-South Dakota) in 2002 and ousted Democratic floor leader Tom Daschle in 2004.Thune: We should just pass the defense bill, no questions asked, no debate, just do it cause that's what it's about.Why is Afghanistan a good war and Iraq a bad war...less casualties?No attacks since 9/11Surge just started, give it timeA Senior Democratic Aide on Fox News? You mean a Democrat who switched parties and just hasn't announced it?Do you want to loose seats? No? Well then that's what the Democrats are saying. Your jobs are on the line. If you don't care, ok fine, but you're loosing your seats. Watch Stephanie, Senator Thune, she's coming after you.Enter John McCain for a colloquy. McCain/Thune 2008.Enter Jim Webb with a question.Oh Senator Thune, don't you know, our military is NOT free to express their true opinions

South Dakota Real Estate by Seth Willis Jr.South Dakota is a state known for having great places is found in the central-north region of United States. Its name came from American Indian tribes. The largest and longest river in the state, the Missouri river has divided the state into two, the east river and the west river.South Dakota’s EnvironmentOne distinct feature of South Dakota real estate is the group of low mountains vastly covered by pine trees, known to the residents as the Black Hills. Because of its appearance, it has become one of the tourist attractions of the state, apart from this; it has been a religious sanctity of local people living there, particularly the American Indians. Black Hills is rich with minerals, and in fact the largest gold mine in the United States is situated here, the Homestake Mine. The place was also one of the many choices being considered by the United Nations to be its permanent home.Very Low PopulationSouth Dakota real estate still registers

Occasionally I Google news stories that have to do with tea, because, well, I suppose I'm a bit off. Anyway, one story popped up with a title that caught my eye:Tea residents want to shut down adult-novelty storeWhat the hell, I asked myself, was a "tea resident"? Well, it turns out "tea" was actually Tea, and it wasn't referring to my favorite beverage, but rather the village of Tea, South Dakota. Apparently an "adult novelty" store opened on the outskirts of Tea, and the town elders decided that simply wouldn't do. (Ironically, the paper which ran the story, the Argus Leader out of Sioux Falls, ran a big color ad for "Annabelle's Adult Super Center" right next to the article...) Anyway, it wasn't much of a story, but it did introduce me to the wonderfully quaint idea that there was actually a town out in the middle of nowhere (apologies to South Dakotans, but it's true and you know it) named after my drink of choice. Of course I had to find out more. It so happened that at arou

Occasionally I Google news stories that have to do with tea, because, well, I suppose I'm a bit off. Anyway, one story popped up with a title that caught my eye:Tea residents want to shut down adult-novelty storeWhat the hell, I asked myself, was a "tea resident"? Well, it turns out "tea" was actually Tea, and it wasn't referring to my favorite beverage, but rather the village of Tea, South Dakota. Apparently an "adult novelty" store opened on the outskirts of Tea, and the town elders decided that simply wouldn't do. (Ironically, the paper which ran the story, the Argus Leader out of Sioux Falls, ran a big color ad for "Annabelle's Adult Super Center" right next to the article...) Anyway, it wasn't much of a story, but it did introduce me to the wonderfully quaint idea that there was actually a town out in the middle of nowhere (apologies to South Dakotans, but it's true and you know it) named after my drink of choice. Of course I had to find out more. It so happened that at arou

ArtsJournal blogger Greg Sandow wrote a recent post about the Dakota Chamber Orchestra and the South Dakota Symphony, both mentioning Music Director Delta David Gier and providing a link to musical examples from a recent Dakota Chamber Orchestra performance from this past April.I was a member of this orchestra from 1991-1994, which was a great experience for me (I joined when I was 15 years old). One of the benefits of coming from a sparsely populated state like South Dakota is that there was always a need for per-service positions in the string sections, and through this experience I had played most of the major orchestral repertoire (and got paid for it) by the time I was 18 years old.TalkBass.com founder Paul Determan also played with me in this orchestra. Check out the Forums link just below the header of this blog to check out the new Contrabass Conversations forums of TalkBass.Related Posts:Contrabass Conversations - Rob Kassinger interviewBass Blog Articles and StoriesCome to

ArtsJournal blogger Greg Sandow wrote a recent post about the Dakota Chamber Orchestra and the South Dakota Symphony, both mentioning Music Director Delta David Gier and providing a link to musical examples from a recent Dakota Chamber Orchestra performance from this past April.I was a member of this orchestra from 1991-1994, which was a great experience for me (I joined when I was 15 years old). One of the benefits of coming from a sparsely populated state like South Dakota is that there was always a need for per-service positions in the string sections, and through this experience I had played most of the major orchestral repertoire (and got paid for it) by the time I was 18 years old.TalkBass.com founder Paul Determan also played with me in this orchestra. Check out the Forums link just below the header of this blog to check out the new Contrabass Conversations forums of TalkBass.Related Posts:Contrabass Conversations - Rob Kassinger interviewBass Blog Articles and StoriesCome to

National Geographic Traveler is the only magazine I subscribe to, and when it comes in the mail I check the contents immediately. What destinations did they write about this time? The newest issue came with several good articles, including "Zigzagging the Black Hills".I smiled when I read the article because it reminded me of our first big road trip with the boys (they were 6, 4 and almost 2 years old), although our itinerary varied a bit from Traveler's. It was a 9 hour drive from our house to Badlands National Park with 1 hour stops in Sioux Falls for a picnic lunch and in Mitchell to visit the Corn Palace. We arrived in the Badlands in time for a short hike before dinner.We decided to hike the window trail near the northeast entrance. The boys loved the climbing, and we had to hold on to our youngest who thought he could do whatever his brothers did. After dinner we did some more exploring. The striped sandstone hills were amazing to see as the sun set. If you don't have y

Next Thursday, June 7th, seventeen folks affiliated with our congregation will journey to Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Here is the article:Seventeen people will be representing First Presbyterian Church on a mission trip to Pine Ridge, SD! The caravan will leave on Thursday, June 7th and return on Sunday, June 17th. A few will fly, the others will have a wonderful cross country drive, but all will enjoy learning more about our friends in Pine Ridge, their culture, their history and their goals. Cultural education is part of the trip, so half the day will be spent working and half learning and sharing. Gary Barrigar and his grandson Sloan, Lee Herrin and her sons Ian and Pat, Susan Allen, Devonna Coleman, Ed Speer, Lynn Williams and daughter Alison, Glynda Ramsey and daughter Merideth, Rebecca Nunley and daughter Kirby, Pat Buck and Donna and Robert Schwind will be making the journey. It’s a nice mix of people and ages! The trip is organized through Re-Member, non-profit group dedicat

IMG_3125, originally uploaded by terrypearson. Over the course of the past week, we have traveled over 2700 miles out the the west coast and back. Most of this time, I have been deprived of the internet. It is ironic that I am now sitting outside, in a tent, at the West Yellowstone KOA, and I finally have internet access. Anyway, I will be posting some highlights of the trip. It has been a lot of fun so far! On the first day of the journey, we stopped in Mitchell, South Dakota at Cabella’s. This was an awesome experience, especially since we were actually on vacation, and therefore in need of some camping stuff.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) — At the school where a nickname controversy has been lingering for years, University of North Dakota sophomore Ryan Duncan watched his nickname change overnight. He went from “Dunc” to “Hobey” after winning college hockey’s version of the Heisman Trophy. The Hobey Baker Award winner wants his old nickname back. “I would rather just be one of the guys,” Duncan said this week while sitting in the stands of the Ralph Engelstad Arena, home to the more…

Okay, so maybe compared to the rest of the population, I’m something of a health nut. No, I am a health nut. Tree hugging, tofu scrambling, vitamin taking, water guzzling health nut. I was excited when I found this free sample of Dakota Flax Gold because I sprinkle flax seed on my oatmeal anyway (or take it in capsule form). It’s great for your skin and hair, managing triglycerides, and cleansing your colon. YUM. Technorati Tags: flax seed, dakota, flax, gold, free, sample

A group of North Dakota students is working to gather 15,000 signatures on petitions to get an initiative on a statewide ballot to raise North Dakota's beer tax.Students Against Destructive Decisions says the $1.3 million in new tax revenue would finance a state commission that would work to prevent alcohol and drug abuse. The student's plan calls for raising the tax of draught beer from 8 cents a gallon to 16 cents and the tax on beer in cans and bottles from 16 cents per gallon to 24 cents. That would cause the price of a case of beer to go up 18 cents.The students claim that studies show North Dakota youth have the highest rate of binge drinking in the nation.

Some people just never give up. Three months after South Dakota voters rejected an abortion ban at the polls by a 56-44 margin, state legislators have introduced another "sweeping abortion bill…that supporters hope will lead to a legal challenge of Roe v. Wade" The ban rejected in November was "extreme, allowing for abortion only in instances to prevent the death of a woman. The revised ban, titled the "Women's Health and Human Life Protection Act,' offers additional exceptions, though they are very narrowly defined"

Got one of those cool hand blenders? You know, the kind of gadget that used to be pitched onthose annoying yet compelling late-night infomercials? It comes in handy for this recipe, whichrequires the split peas to be smashed into a smooth consistency, just like the original. If you don't have a hand mixer, a standard blender works just fine. This soup is very tasty and very low in fat. And the barley gives it a special chunky consistency and added flavor that isn't found in most pea soups.2 cups split peas6 cups water2 14.5-ounce cans chicken broth (4 cups)1/3 cup minced onion1 large clove garlic, minced2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon dried parsley1/4 teaspoon white pepperdash dried thyme1/2 cup barley6 cups water2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)1/2 stalk celery, diced (1/4 cup)Garnishchopped green onion1.Rinse and drain the split peas, then add them to a large pot with 6 cups of water, chickenbroth, onion, garlic, lemon juice, salt,

Via Drudge REPORTS: Sen. Tim Johnson (D, SD) has suffered an 'apparent stroke'...NBC Affiliate WHDH in Boston: 'If he were to die or resign, he could potentially create a tie between Republicans and Democrats in the Senate. That is because...

Pierre, South Dakota - A coalition of military and consumer groups that persuaded Congress to impose a 36 percent interest-rate cap on payday loans to military members and their families is gearing up to fight the whole issue all over again.

I've already done two separate posts slamming South Dakota for 1. Their new abortion law which bans virtually ALL abortions; and 2. A ballot initiative which would disbar — even imprison — judges who make unpopular decisions. So in the spirit of fairness, here's the good news: the people of South Dakota defeated both of those laws on Election Day. You Go People! Twenty-first Century here we come. The abortion law was passed earlier this year by a huge majority of the state legislature. Opponents of the law put a measure on the ballot to overturn it, and 55% of the people voted to overturn the abortion ban. Methinks a few legislators are out of touch with their constituents. Abortion opponents were hoping this law would be appealed to the Supreme Court, and this would pave the way for the Supreme Court to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Whoa, not so fast! The ballot initiative for disciplining "activist judges" was known as "JAIL 4 Judges" This would have turned the clock b

Since the original Fuck South Dakota was such a hit, it's time for a sequel. Not content with their medieval abortion law, the people of South Dakota are threatening to turn the clock back even further. In November they'll be voting on a ballot initiative. If it passes, judges who make unpopular decisions could be imprisoned. Again, this is South Dakota, United States of America. Not South Yemen. Not Saudi Arabia. South Dakota. The ballot measure is known as JAIL 4 Judges. Apparently these braindead rednecks think our judicial system — you know, checks and balances and all that — is just too much trouble. What these assholes really need is a time machine so they can travel back to the Spanish Inquisition. The concept of judicial immunity dates back to the thirteenth century. This doctrine protects judges against personal liability for their decisions. South Dakota's law, if it passes, will create a grand jury — basically a fourth branch of government — whose sole purp

Last night's Bobby Bare Jr. show at the 400 Bar in Minneapolis got off to a late start. From the sound of things it sounds like we were lucky the show went on at all. For a show with 8pm doors, we sure got home late (quarter past 2am). It turns out that was because the headliner, Bobby Bare Jr. and his band (the Young Criminals' Starvation League) were pulled over and detained somewhere in South Dakota (I never like that place :). 3 members of the 5 person ensemble made it to the Minneapolis venue just as the 2nd band (Radio On) was finishing up. Their was even an emergency performance by Michael Morris with a group of people with whom he had never played (including the guitarist from The Pines) to fill the time. Both of these first acts were good. Michael Morris was an unexpected surprise and I was really impressed. I enjoyed Radio On's set but at times front man Dan's antics got a little out of pocket - think a more flamboyant Iggy Pop (is that possible). Back to Bobby Bare

It's payback time for the religious right.  South Dakota's new law will let us see how America copes in a post-Roe world.  And I can only blame liberals for allowing it to happen.  But, that's beside the point.I figure it's gone.  If Alito and the gang don't overturn it, then measures will have to be taken to further ensure their security.  Too many people on the right have given up everything to see it happen.  And they won't be happy if their president from God, whose given them a Supreme Court from God doesn't come though.

Chuck Hagel has been working hard to help Republicans (particularly in Nebraska) this election season. An event Sunday morning is just another example of that. Here are the details: SOUTH SIOUX CITY, Neb. - The Dakota County GOP will host its biennial pancake breakfast from 8 a.m.- noon, Nov. 5 at the South Sioux City Senior High School. Local, state and federal candidates will attend. Those members include:Candidates for local offices: Fred Denker, County Commissioner Candidate; William Rohde, County Commissioner Candidate; Ted Piepho, County Clerk; Mary Goodman-Gamble, Clerk of District Court Candidate; Ed Matney, County Attorney; James Wagner, SheriffState officers and candidates: Governor Dave Heineman; Attorney General Jon Bruning; Secretary of State John Gale; State Auditor candidate Mike Foley; State Treasurer candidate Shane OsbornFederal officers and candidates: U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel; U.S. Congressman Jeff Fortenberry; U.S. Senate candidate Pete RickettsFor information,

Dear World,I must confess, I, Dakota Fanning, am the ringleader of the international porn ring that was recently discovered by Austrian police. You may think that I am an innocent child actor known for her strong acting ability, precociousness, and tendency to do creepy, underage rape scenes in independent movies. But that is where you'd be mistaken. I am actually a disguised 47-year-old midget named John Lee McGillicutty, known the world over for his sickening devotion to child pornography. Fear me!The Austrian police will never catch me, for I am a master of disguise. Sure, I'm revealing my identity now, but that is only because I have grown tired of this "Dakota Fanning" character that I have created and will soon take on the appearance of another up-and-coming child actor in Hollywood. Several years ago I created a different fool-proof identity that you may know as Haley Joel Osment. I soon grew tired of him and passed on the role to one of my cronies. Don't you remember when Ha