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2010 Pendleton Regatta |
 Pendleton,
Indiana (09-05-2010) – The Pendleton Regatta, dubbed the Ptown Regatta, has to
be one of the most one of the most unusual and fun events held in Pendleton.
Started 4 years ago as a small family competition at Falls Park in Pendleton, it
has now grown into a highly anticipated participant and spectator sport.
This year there were approximately 15 entries. Marcia Bargo was the overall
winner..
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The Quest For Youth |
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list of “latest and greatest” cosmetic procedures aimed at improving our
personal appearance grows daily. But in the quest to find bodily
perfection, some people fall prey to fast-fix procedures that set high
expectations for an even higher price tag.
“Many of these newer procedures advertised for eliminating unwanted fat
or eliminating cellulite are not scientifically proven to work or have
lasting effects,” says W. John Kitzmiller, MD, chief of plastic at UC
and surgeon with University Hospital. “Patients should focus on getting
the best treatment available rather than pursuing expensive quick fixes
that leave them frustrated with results and out of money.
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Awful Diet Trend |
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children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to
develop poor diet quality – and that may be associated with being overweight,
obese or at risk for chronic health problems such as diabetes and coronary
artery disease, according to research from the University of Michigan Medical
School.
“The foods that children are exposed to early on in life influence the pattern
for their eating habits as adults,” says lead study author Madhuri Kakarala,
M.D., Ph.D., clinical lecturer of internal medicine.
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Help For Modern Families |
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As older adults age in place and more households make room for multiple
generations, how will Americans respond to the home-improvement challenge?
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Economy Unsteady |
The economy continues to make unsteady progress over the last few months.
Troubling signs surrounding the lack of job creation and financial difficulties
facing Americans could be driving factors putting the recovery at risk,
according to Consumer Reports Index for August.
The Consumer Reports Employment Index is down in August, 50.2, from 51.1 in July
barely holding on in positive territory.
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Mortgage Rates - New Low |
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Mortgage rates moved lower this week, with the average conforming 30-year fixed
mortgage rate hitting another record low of 4.53 percent, according to
Bankrate.com's weekly national survey. The average 30-year fixed mortgage has an
average of 0.42 discount and origination points.
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The Doughnut Hole |
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People in Medicare Part D who reach the dreaded coverage gap, or “doughnut
hole,” are forced to pay the full price of their prescriptions, in addition to
their monthly premiums. This year, those who fall into the coverage gap will
receive a $250 check to help with their expenses. Medicare announced this week
that it has mailed its one millionth check. Starting in 2011, people who reach
the doughnut hole will receive a 50 percent discount on brand-name drugs. By
2020, the doughnut hole will be eliminated entirely. More
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Sex and the Media |
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Today there are more reasons than ever to pay
attention to media messages about sexuality and contraception. Teens spend more
than seven hours a day on average with various forms of media, often without
adults around. Television shows and Web sites that are popular with teens—and
the way sex is portrayed in those venues—could be important factors in the
initiation of sexual intercourse.
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The Flu Season Is Here |
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The flu season is here and many consumers have questions about who should be
vaccinated and when, especially given the H1N1 flu outbreak last year.
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Pets - If They Could Pick |
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Man's best friend might just be treated like any other animal depending on where
the owners live. A study by David Blouin, assistant professor of the Department
of Sociology and Anthropology at Indiana University South Bend, found that
people who think of animals as children tend to have a city background.
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8 Life Insurance Myths |
Myth #1: There’s a universal database of life
insurance policies that I can use to find my relative’s policy number.
This problem often starts with the insured person, who never fully divulges
where the policy paperwork is kept. Beneficiaries can’t make a claim without
knowing at least the name of the life insurance company. Unfortunately there is
no company or agency that tracks all life insurance policies sold in the United
States.
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Will Paris Pay The Piper? |
Paris Hilton's most recent scandal in Las Vegas and
utter disregard for the law should be her last. If Hilton is convicted of
cocaine possession, she could face up to four years in prison under Nevada law.
Hilton's ridiculous antics in 2007 led to a 45-day jail sentence for a DUI and
probation violation. When released, she famously preached about her "new
beginning" during her Larry King interview, and her newfound desire to lead a
better lifestyle following her traumatic jail experience.
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They’re Phony and Costly |
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According to the reports received by the Indiana
Attorney General’s Office, fake debt collectors are impersonating law
enforcement officers, lawyers or other official sounding agencies such as the
“IRS Collection Service.” The scammers use very aggressive tactics to scare the
consumer into paying the alleged debt. They accuse the victim of defaulting on a
loan and, in some cases, claim they are about to be sued or even worse – they
will tell the consumer they will be arrested and taken to jail if they don’t
pay.
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Scammers Targeting Job Hunters |
According to the Labor Department, new jobless claims in mid-August unexpectedly
jumped to 500,000, an increase of 12,000 over the previous week. Not only did
jobless claims rise suddenly, but the length of unemployment is bleak for many.
According to a July report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 45
percent of unemployed Americans had been out of work for more than 6 months.
The dismal employment rate means that a lot of people are desperate for work and
may be grasping for any job which creates a great opportunity for scammers. More |
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Christmas In Pendleton |
Many exciting events are now being planned to make the 11th annual downtown
Pendleton festival the best ever! Here's a couple things you might want to know
right away!
We are making vendor booth space available to individuals and organizations at a
low-low price of only $10.
The very popular Christmas in Pendleton Postal Cancellation Postmark will return
for it's 3rd year. A very special postmark has been designed by Kelley Jent of
Pendleton featuring a small child mailing their Christmas Wish List to Santa in
front of our Pendleton Post Office. This postmark is only available on Sat. Nov.
13th from 9am - Noon! You can take your Christmas Cards, letters, or even your
bills, to the Pendleton Post Office and "request" this special postmark.
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Photo of the week |
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2010 Outfitters Block Party |
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