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Miss. casinos drop to 4th in U.S. gaming revenues Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 8:38PMMississippi, which has built much of its marketing for more than a decade around being the third-largest gaming destination in the country, lost that title in 2009 to Indiana.
Spring Break in the Coachella Valley Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 7:46PMThe weather's warming up and with a travel warning having been issued by the State Department to Mexico, the Coachella Valley could see a lot more spring breakers this year. Spring Breakers KPSP spoke with said Palm Springs has the best weather this time of year and that is why they flock to the desert. "I think for all of us we are coming from Seattle, Hawaii we enjoy the weather for sure but ...
Spring Break in the Valley Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 7:31PMThe weather's warming up and with that travel warning in Mexico the valley could see a lot more spring breakers this year. Spring Breakers we spoke with said Palm Springs has the best weather this time of year and that is why they flock to the desert. "I think for all of us we are coming from Seattle, Hawaii we enjoy the weather for sure but there's a scene here with a certain degree of vibe and ...
Coret seeking supervisor nomination Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 6:19PMA second Woodbine resident has decided to run for a county position. Norma Coret, democrat, is currently seeking nominations for the position of Harrison County Supervisor. Bob Smith and Larry King’s position are both up for reelection this year – Smith is seeking reelection while King announced March 6 he will not, leaving at least one position up for grabs.
Explore U.S. National Parks through National Heritage Museum exhibit Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 3:05PMExplore 58 U.S. national parks in "Treasured Lands," a gorgeous exhibition of color photos of all 58 national parks in the U.S. at the National Heritage Museum in Lexington.
Prospective buyers tour Hamakua Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 2:56PMPAAUILO -- Two prospective buyers squinted at azure skylines and tramped through fragrant, sun-warmed sugar cane Wednesday as the county showed off some of its land for sale in Hamakua.
Wilderness Ventures Launches New Teen Adventure Camp Website Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 1:21PMJACKSON, Wyo., March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Two years ago, Wilderness Ventures undertook the monumental task of redesigning their award-winning, 96-page catalog.
Club sports have opened up a whole new world for athletes Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 1:03PMFor sports fans cheering on their favorite prep team, the high school sports schedule may seem a little full.
Challenges for venture capital Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 7:15AMHawai'i's venture capital community is bracing for another tough year, weighed down by continued weakness in the economy and the disappearance of lucrative state tax credits for technology investment.
Hawaii-funded Medicaid travel assistance abuses curbed Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 7:11AMHawaii's system for paying to get low-income elderly and disabled clients to medical appointments was so loosely monitored that an unknown amount of taxpayer dollars was squandered shuttling some patients to shopping malls, beaches, movie theaters and other unauthorized destinations.
Hello, Columbus Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 7:08AMView this week's reader-submitted vacation photos (featuring the Dispatch Travel section) and travel tips.
Rough seas, whim send ex-Toledoan on Navy odyssey Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 6:12AMBy CLAUDIA BOYD-BARRETT BLADE STAFF WRITER It was a flash decision. Tom Howard, a rebellious 18-year-old from West Toledo, never had considered joining the Navy. But there he was at the recruiting office at Miracle Mile shopping complex, signing up for a four-year tour of duty. It was 1981, and Mr. Howard was working at Kroger, having just graduated from Start High School. He experienced a ...
20 years of planting GPS devices pays off for OSU scientists Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 5:47AMOn Feb. 26, Michael Bevis left Santiago, Chile for Lima, Peru. The next day, he knew he was in the wrong place at the right time. An 8.8-magnitude earthquake rocked Chile, leveling cities, killing hundreds and sending a tsunami across the Pacific Ocean.
Explore the sea by snorkeling Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 5:38AMST. JOHN, U. S. Virgin Islands -- Let's call it Diving Lite.
Check out Hawaii's 'most Hawaiian' hotel Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 4:01AMLAHAINA, Hawaii — The Kaanapali Beach Hotel in Maui is pegged as "Hawaii's Most Hawaiian Hotel," which intrigued me. I love roots travel. I figured this would be like staying at the Palmer House , which could be "Chicago's Most Chicago-y Hotel."The Kaanapali (meaning rolling hill or cliff) is a comfortable, no-frills hotel built in 1964. Don't expect a spa. I didn't see any cabana people by the ...
Buried alive: Half of Earth's life may lie below the land and seas Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 12:11AMWASHINGTON — While astronomers scour the skies for signs of life, biologists are exploring an enormous living world buried below the surface of the Earth.
Take annual angst of daylight saving in stride Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 4:01PMOur relationship with time impacts every other relationship we have.
Hawaiian BBQ chain is In-N-Out of the islands Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:14PMTravel Editor Gary Warner, who spends many weeks a year in Hawaii, tells us about an Hawaiian chain that brings its marinated pork, spam and sunny-side up eggs to Orange County.
US Congress tries again to limit pet spending projects Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:06PMWASHINGTON (AFP) - Congressional leaders have launched a fresh bid to crack down on lawmakers' special spending deals known as "earmarks" in an effort to show new budget discipline ahead of upcoming mid-term elections.
Less miles and more smiles for Ernie Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 10:20AMChanging his schedule and spending more time with his family, Ernie Els has finally found a balance in his between work and his life at home - and it's already paying off.
I'm willing to go anywhere Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:57AMAnd eat and try anything, says Samantha Brown, the host of the popular Passport travel show.
Federal minister Chuck Strahl under fire over FNUniv funding, Sask. Minister Rob Norris optimistic Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:12AMThe federal government's funding cut to the First Nations University of Canada is akin to a residential school policy, a professor at the school said Thursday after failing to convince Indian Affairs Minister Chuck Strahl to reverse his decision.
COLLEGE UPDATE:Karasawa helps Hawaii Pacific make history Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:35AMGLENDALE — The following are updates on area athletes at the collegiate level.
Cougs to play two Eastern teams in tourney Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:35PMPenn State and BYU are two schools known for their storied football programs. But the two schools aren’t too shabby when it comes to men’s volleyball, as evidenced by the fact both have claimed national championships and boast multiple Final Four trips. This weekend, both teams will join host Long Beach State and St. Francis (Pa.) in the annual Long Beach State Tournament in California. The ...
Korean regulators tag KE, Asiana for antitrust violations; KE faces ACCC cargo charge Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:17PMKorean Airlines and Asiana Airlines will be subject to fines of KRW10.4 billion ($9.2 million) and KRW640 million respectively for engaging in anticompetitive practices to hurt smaller Korean carriers, South Korea's Fair Trade Commission announced yesterday.
Six Steps To Stop Fighting Over Money Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 8:22PMIt's the top reason for divorce. Find out how to stop these disagreements.
Los Angeles Production Listings Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 5:22PMThe following listings are not casting notices but instead reflect the best general information available about current casting assignments. Do your homework and use them wisely. Do not phone or visit casting directors' offices.
Homeless clear out Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:39PMJoseph Ainsworth, right, prepares food as his father, Dave, tries to warm up at their home in Bamboo Village, a homeless encampment west of Santa Teresa Boulevard near Third Street. They are originally from Armstrong, Pa., and have been in Gilroy for more than a year. Photo by: Lora Schraft, Staff Photographer Daniel Ainsworth and his son, Joseph, are homeless through and through. Natives of ...
Go! Mokulele's load factor up in February, but passenger count down Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:37PMGo! Mokulele said its airplanes were 70.1 percent full in February, up from 66.3 percent the same month a year earlier.
How smart are killer whales? Orcas have 2nd-biggest brains of all marine mammals Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:12PMNeuroscientist Lori Marino and a team of researchers explored the brain of a dead killer whale with an MRI and found an astounding potential for intelligence.
Watch — and wait — for deals on summer airfares Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:50PMStart watching for deals on summer air travel
The Most Expensive U.S. Cities To Visit Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:33PMHotels in New York and Honolulu remain the priciest, though the recession has induced some good deals for travelers.
Buried Alive: Half Of Earth's Life May Lie Below Land And Sea Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:29PMWhile astronomers scour the skies for signs of life in outer space, biologists are exploring an enormous living world buried below the surface of the Earth.
Iglesias reschedules Hawaii concerts Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:22PMJulio Iglesias has rescheduled his upcoming concerts on Oahu and Maui for the end of his world tour.
India, Vietnam and Cuba Named as Top Emerging Travel Destinations in 2010 Virtuoso(R) Luxe Report Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:00PMAsian and Latin locations rose to the top of the list as up-and-coming destinations in the 2010 Virtuoso Luxe Report released today. Â India, Vietnam and Cuba are the top emerging destinations in this year's report, which provides invaluable insight into the future direction of high-end travelers. Â Rounding out the top emerging-destination selections were the Galapagos Islands, China and Chile. Â
On the job: Linda M. Burke Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:47PMWhat do you do? "I make dreams come true. We have, oh gosh, everyone comes in, and they just, they're excited, they're looking to go on a trip somewhere nice and warm and beautiful, where they can get the best deal they're looking for, which is great. We try to send them to places, especially (places) we have been, which is very important, because all of our agents here have had the privilege of ...
Villegas wins Honda by 5 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:37PMCamilo Villegas was the star attraction at a youth golf clinic in his native Colombia two days before the start of the Honda Classic.
Obama signs Travel Promotion Act Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:48PMThe Hawai'i Tourism Authority welcomed yesterday's news that President Obama signed the Travel Promotion Act into law. The legislation aims to create thousands of new American jobs by welcoming millions more international travelers to the United States.
Catching Up With Endurance Conspiracy’s Tony DeBoom Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:41PMThe DeBoom family has tasted sweet success in the sport of triathlon. While the multisport world knows about Tim DeBoom’s back-to-back Hawaiian Ironman victories in 2001 and 2002, older brother Tony was a top tier professional as well. A graduate from West Point Academy, Tony trained with the Army Special Forces – the Army Rangers [...]
Rogue waves, towering terror on the high seas Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:55AMThey are known as rogue or freak waves, though some people simply call them monsters of the sea.
TV Pilot Production Listings Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:53AM* NEW 187 Detroit (Drama, ABC). A documentary film crew follows the homicide department in the murder capital of the U.S.: Detroit. Casting: Sherry Thomas and Sharon Bialy, Bialy/Thomas, 10201 W. Pico Blvd., Bldg. 310, 1st fl.,
Ask USA TODAY Weather Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:52AMHow do I track the national and worldwide high temperatures each day? Why is snow so bright at night? These and many more weather questions are answered in our online weather Q and A column.
Bob Toledo is deserving of another year at helm Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:57AMAfter leading Tulane to a combined 9-27 record in his three years as head coach, Bob Toledo will return to Tulane next year along with his staff, including offensive coordinator and assistant head coach Dan Dodd and defensive coordinator Steve Stanard. Toledo has two years left on his contract, which provides him with about $450,000 [...]
State tourism agency lauds new federal travel law Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:55AMHONOLULU (AP) â€” The Hawaii Tourism Authority is lauding enactment of the Travel Promotion Act. President Barack Obama signed the new federal law on Thursday.
Minutiae no small matter to Warriors Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:44AMDon't sweat the small stuff? That's not the philosophy of the Hawaii men's volleyball team. The attention to the little things has added up in a big way for the Warriors, who are eyeing their first Mountain Pacific Sports Federation playoff berth in three seasons.
Wave of demand raises Hawaii cruise prices Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:35AMHawaii's cruise market, which declined 18.9 percent last year, could become more buoyant thanks to increased demand, especially from its home-ported sector.
Williams doesn't look ready to retire Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:50PMGary Williams made his entrance a little before 9 p.m., which is when they should have flashed " Showtime!" on the JumboTron.
Across the USA News from every state Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:12PMNews from every state
Women's History Month: March 2010 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:59PMNational Women's History Month's roots go back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions.
Local agencies jump into action Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:12PMThe U.S. Coast Guard is uniquely tasked with protecting the coast from both man-made and natural threats – including tsunamis. When the magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the coast of Chile Saturday morning spawned a Pacific Ocean tsunami, the Coast Guard Station Chetco River went on alert, ready to respond to whatever was headed toward the Brookings- Harbor coast, Petty Officer Scott Harrison said ...