“Cold Mountain,” the long-awaited Civil War epic adapted by Anthony Minghella from Charles Frazier’s acclaimed novel, is ruthless and realistic in its portrayal of the hardships faced by Southerners during the war between the states. The white ones, that is: There are about 12 African-Americans in “Cold Mountain,” and if you don’t blink you might […]
“Keep Ypsi” Keep Ypsi what, you ask? Good question. Here’s some ideas from Hillary about how to invest in local business.
Here’s a few more holiday break-ins: “400 block of North Thayer Street, 1 p.m. Wednesday. Entry gained through unlocked window; jewelry and other items taken. Total value: $180. 500 block of Catherine Street, 12:33 p.m. Wednesday. Screwdriver used to pry off window to business; a computer valued at $1,200 taken. 1100 block of White Street, […]
Apparently, even war-mongers understand the necessity of Keynesian economic stimulus to keep unregulated capitalism from self-destruction. Now, if we could only spend those millions on education, social programs, the arts, and zero-interest small business loans … ” … According to a military report that outlined the use of passenger and cargo airlines in the Iraq […]
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This time, I’ll waive my consulting fees. 5 Easy, Inexpensive Things Ann Arbor Could Do to Build a Better City 1) Build more crosswalksWhether it’s building more of the raised crosswalks at busy intersections, or simply building crosswalks where they are needed, this is a relatively cheap measure which can slow down traffic, and show […]
This from the Ann Arbor News: “Borders, strikers make little progress Borders Group and striking workers at its downtown Ann Arbor store bargained on Tuesday, but significant issues remain, and the two sides will return to the table Dec. 30. Union spokesmen Hal Brannan and Tom Rekuc said they and the company made progress on […]