It looks like Sen. Dean Florez reads the New York Times - at least occasionally. The Shafter Democrat is holding a press conference today to propose offering free gasoline as a prize in the California Lottery. Florez whipped off a letter Tuesday to the lottery director, Joan Borucki, shortly after reading in the Times that five other states are trying something similar. "I think some folks would say, 'Why not me?' " Florez said of prospects for attracting people who usually don't buy lottery tickets. After writing Borucki, Florez trumpeted his plan to the media -- not unusual, perhaps, for someone considering a run for lieutenant governor.
Federal regulators prepare to tighten mortgage rules -- In California, Gov. Schwarzenegger signs a bill requiring an early warning on problem loans. Maura Reynolds in the
Los Angeles TimesSchwarzenegger wants mandatory algebra test for eighth-graders -- An algebra war has broken out in the top levels of government that could cause shock waves in middle schools across the state. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Tuesday urged the California State Board of Education to require that all eighth-graders be tested in Algebra 1. If the board agrees during a meeting today, it would mark a huge shift for California middle schools. Deb Kollars in the
Sacramento BeeMt. Shasta glaciers expand in spite of global warming -- Global warming is shrinking glaciers all over the world, but the seven tongues of ice creeping down Mount Shasta's flanks are a rare exception: They are the only long-established glaciers in the lower 48 states that are growing.
APJudging the bridge's 5 suicide barrier designs -- Changing the design of a landmark such as the Golden Gate Bridge is sure to provoke controversy - even if the goal is to save lives. The idea of installing a suicide barrier has been debated and researched for decades, but a study released Tuesday is the most comprehensive to date, analyzing five designs (shown here) to prevent people from leaping to their deaths. Michael Cabanatuan in the
San Francisco ChronicleThe eBay listing reads, "You are looking at/bidding on a very contemporary out of the box Pastor. As you can tell by the pictures He preaches and teaches in a very unorthodox manner. He does it without compromising the true written word of God. He and his family has chosen to go this route of putting themselves on the market in hopes to find a church that is untraditional and is ready to reach their community. He and his family will consider relocating in the continental United States. For any questions or more information feel free to email Pastor Chad. Currently, the bidding is at $1.00. Shipping is $3,000. What do you think? Good idea, or bad?
Monday Morning NewsAre we here to make friends? Take a look at this clip from today‘s culture of reality TV shows (on the link provided), and then let's discuss; how does this relate to your church role? Are you here to make friends? Obviously, it's in your best interest to not tick people off intentionally; but is there ever a point where friendships can hinder your ministry?
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