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Ignored veterans

Last month, I spoke at the Union Printers Home on the need for health care reform with a robust public option. I spoke on behalf of my brother, a fully disabled vet. My brother acknowledges he is one of the lucky ones — with family political clout, he was declared fully disabled. But most vets, no matter how mentally ill, PTSD-affected, etc., remain untreated or barely treated...

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Punctual pies

Pizza Time hits the mark for flavorful neighborhood Italian (and more) on the north end

Aside from pleasing the kids, Pizza Time ultimately succeeds in satisfying grown-up eaters too.

 Film

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The Blind Side

The Blind Side is unimpressive for a conventional reason: It's simply a lazy piece of movie-making.

Winter film in 3-D

As winter settles in, it's time to prepare for the avalanche of film that will hit screens before 2010.

Web Extra: Bloodless

The Twilight Saga: New Moon

Two hours of pretty teenagers making moon eyes at one another in this love triangle is an hour-forty-five too much.

School of thought

D-11's newest elected officials are likely to bring passion, opinions to the board

When Al Loma and LuAnn Long take their seats Nov. 30 on the D-11 board, they'll bring points of view that have been absent as of late from the group. They might even bring some fireworks.

The costs of Freedom

Gazette's parent throws people out of work while taking jobs offshore

Also, after two years of shedding jobs, the Gazette laid off 11 workers last week, thanks in part to Freedom's failures.

Reverb

Well, misses and sirs, it appears that the "Holey Daze" are upon us. This year, however, there is an alternative to visiting the stale, muggy, fluorescent-lit, mouth-breathing-consumer swine-flu hell of Mall City, USA.

Alela Diane

Sixty seconds with Alela Diane

"I was rebellious in the opposite way of how most people are. Because my parents were a little more free-flowin', I took the road of trying to do really well in school."

No-Camping Ordinance Council Meeting

An informal session (not for vote) reading the city attorney's draft for a No-Camping Ordinance.
Mon., Nov. 23, 1 p.m.
City Hall, 107 N. Nevada Ave.

World AIDS Day Recognition and Remembrance Service

An evening service hosted by the Southern Colorado AIDS Project and Pikes Peak Metropolitan Community Church, featuring a reception and a look at an AIDS Awareness exhibit and the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
Tue., Dec. 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Pine Creek High School, 10750 Thunder Mountain Ave.

Recent Comments

Re: The costs of Freedom (News - 11/19/2009)

spydra (11/20/2009)

"Truth is the Gazette has become a divisive wedge in this community, with its overarching (and might I add fringe) ideology..." Wow, talk about the pot calling the kettle black....

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Re: A Bible thumping (News - 11/12/2009)

JE (11/20/2009)

Bob 1, you mentioned that you “believe this is America and its called freedom.” This statement goes both ways. Yes, the beauty of America is that it is free and...

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Re: The costs of Freedom (News - 11/19/2009)

Mister Mxpqwqzxdfrqxzhje (11/20/2009)

I hate everything. I hate people. I hate people who like Libertarians and I hate people who don't. I am lonely. I will go on and on and on like...

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Reader Reviews

  • Re: Miyake Sushi and Mongolian BBQ

    • The Mongolian BBQ is first rate and at a good price. The Bento boxes are…

    • on November 18, 2009
  • Re: Miyake Sushi and Mongolian BBQ

    • Could be the least customer friendly restaurant in town! The sushi was not very good…

    • on November 18, 2009
  • Re: Back East Bar & Grill

    • Great service from a very friendly staff!

    • on November 18, 2009
  • Re: 15C

    • I love this hidden Cigar Bar..also good selection of premium booze

    • on November 16, 2009
  • Re: Nawlins Bar BQ

    • GREAT JOINT FOR WINNING SAINTS GAMES

    • on November 16, 2009
  • Re: Nawlins Bar BQ

    • We have eaten at Nawlns several times. By now we've had nearly everything on the…

    • on November 14, 2009
  • Re: Mile High Saloon

    • This bar is awesome! I always have so much fun when we go there, and…

    • on November 14, 2009
  • Re: Nawlins Bar BQ

    • Save your money for fresh food. This place was gross! The dirty dishes and silverware...unless…

    • on November 13, 2009
  • Re: Nawlins Bar BQ

    • I am from the Big Easy and love this place! I grew up and lived…

    • on November 5, 2009
  • Re: Nawlins Bar BQ

    • We ordered two catfish dishes when we went. But newsflash to these operators, who claim…

    • on November 5, 2009

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DOG LOST--REWARD!!!
I am missing my dog. Approximately 20 pounds, black fur with pointy ears and cropped tail. He answers to Bogie and has a collar and microchip with my contact information. If found please call 719-352-9885, or 719-227-7966. I am offering a $300.00 reward for my baby. Please help me find him!!

AUDITIONS!
Springs Ensemble Theatre is proud to announce auditions for "Talk Radio" by Eric Bogosian, directed by David Plambeck. Auditions will take place on December 5, 2009 from 11:30-4:30. Go to www.springsensembletheatre.com for details and to request an audition slot. Roles available for men and women of various ages.

DRUM WITH BRUCE ANDERSON
I am accepting new students. I have a degree in Percssion Performance from Adams State College. Fee is $20 per half hour. Call 719-351-7074

GALA NEW YEARS EVE BALL
MAJOR MANDOLIN invites you to attend Colorado Springs’ GALA NEW YEAR'S EVE BALL featuring “THE NOSTALGICS” (Colorado’s premiere “DOO–WOP” & “Oldies” Band) and “GIORDANO” (Sweet and smooth Country Rock) Thursday, 31 Dec. 2009, 7:00pm to 2010! at THE CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL (For special hotel room rates, call 719-576-5900) Only $60 ! includes dinner, party favors & more! Call TicketsWest at 1-866-464-2626, or order on line at ticketswest.com, or purchase your tickets at any King Soopers! See YOU on the dance floor ! a MAJOR MANDOLIN production

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