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Writers’ Group in Traverse City, Jan 29

Later this month a new writers’ group will meet in Traverse City. Hope to see some of you there.

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Tech Notes: January 17

Researchers at Stanford University have made a dramatic breakthrough in lithium battery technology that will add hours to your laptop life.

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Mitchell asked Clemens to testify twice

More news is coming out surrounding the details of George Mitchell’s report on steroids as it regards to Roger Clemens.

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Dropped cell calls? New solar cycle could be to blame

We may be able to blame the Sun for those annoying dropped cell calls, according to new research.

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Missing adventurer millionaire may be declared dead

In my continued effort to cover all things adventure-related, I ran across this news snippet this morning…

The wife of missing millionaire adventurer Steve Fossett must testify in court before a judge will consider declaring him ‘presumed dead’ … [A]nd allow for legal and financial matters to be addressed, including an estate records show is worth […]

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Johnny Podres dies

Left-handed pitcher Johnny Podres, the legendary hero of Game Seven of the Brooklyn Dodgers 1955 World Series Championship, died on Sunday in Glens Falls, NY.

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Sock It To ‘Em, Tigers

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the 1968 Detroit Tigers World Series Championship team. To celebrate that magical season, the Mayo Smith Society and other Tigers’ organizations have collaborated on a book titled Sockit’ To ‘Em, Tigers. The 400-page, paperback book will be the most comprehensive ever written on that team and season. From […]

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Baseball Notes: January 12

Former third baseman Robin Ventura has something creepy in his foot - someone else’s bone.

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Around the world journey

A man from Seattle named Erden Eruc is in the midst of a daring adventure around the world using only human-powered means of transportation. He left the U.S. in a rowboat in July and is currently in the Pacific Ocean on his way to Australia. Eventually, he’ll climb several mountains, including Mt. Everest, and journey […]

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A Goose for the Hall of Fame

Finally, Rich “Goose” Gossage has earned his place in Cooperstown among baseball legends. On Tuesday he was the lone person elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.