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Krum couple breeds world’s littlest longhorn BY CANDICE LINDSEY Staff Writer
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There are less than a dozen miniature longhorn breeders in the world, and Denton County is home to one of the pioneering families. Bill and Sandy Buck of Krum began breeding miniature longhorns about 20 years ago. The couple said they had heard “mini this and mini that,” but never mini longhorns. Nine generations later, the Bucks have bred nearly 100 miniature longhorns, including Miss Little Lady, who, at 16 pounds heavy and 18 inches tall, measures as the world’s smallest Texas Longhorn. “It took a while to get them down to a smaller size,” Bill Buck said. “But they started dropping size by about the third generation.” At five months old, Lady is only slightly bigger than the newest addition to the Indian Mountain Ranch, a 2-day-old calf not yet named. Lady’s still shy and hasn’t yet warmed up to the Bucks, but every calf eventually does, Bill Buck said. The Bucks have found the breeding process to be a relatively easy one. By closing the herd, keeping the smaller ones and selling the bigger ones, the Bucks have shrunk their longhorns to half the full-grown breed’s size. Miniature longhorns live to be about 20 years old, and the Bucks typically sell them by the time they reach age 10. The price of the miniature longhorns ranges from
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Longhorn dame Miss Daisie sniffs the hand of owner Bill Buck at the Indian Mountain Ranch, a ranch solely made up of miniature longhorns. $2,000 to $25,000. People have come from all across the U.S. to purchase the Buck’s breed. Eric and Anna Redeker bought their first group of miniatures from the Bucks last year.
“What’s important to us is that they find a good home.”
—Sandy Buck, Indian Mountain Ranch
“We found miniature longhorns were the breed that got us most excited,” Eric Redeker said. Redeker now serves on the Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America review panel, which determines if a
miniature longhorn meets the proper standards to be registered. Redecker calls Bill Buck a “foundation breeder,” because he was one of the first to shrink the animals and help establish a breed standard. The Bucks’ two granddaughters, Haley and Allison, help Sandy Buck make sure all the new longhorns have names to match their stature. Miss Lillie, Miss Buttercup, Miss Princesses Haley and Allison, Miss Maybeline, Miss Dasie, Little Oscar, Little Bubba and Wanda May are just a few. “W hat’s i mpor ta nt to us is that they find a good home,” Sandy Buck said. Indian Mountain Ranch is located at 3021 S. Branch in Krum, Tex. For more information about miniature longhorns, visit Bill and Sandy Buck’s website at http:// www.imranch.com.
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Miss Little Lady drinks from a trough at the Indian Mountain Ranch where she lives. Lady is the world’s smallest miniature longhorn.
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Cars stream by on Interstate 35E in Denton last night. Texas cities up and down the I-35 corridor experienced record population growth in the past decade, and Denton was no exception.
Census: Denton population thrives BY DREW GAINES
federal legislatures based on its population. A district’s population also governs the amount of federal and state funds it receives for everything from education to transportation to social services. “We will become entitled to more of those resources, but the whole pie of those resources is shrinking,” said Burroughs, referencing the state and federal budget cuts now looming over city school districts and services. Texas cities and suburbs are swelling too, as the state posted a nation high 20 percent population increase of 4.3 million people since 2000. Texas’ overall population is
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If exploding UNT enrollment and rapid retail and residential expansion were any indication, recently released census numbers confirmed that Denton is one of the fastest-growing areas in the state. The latest data from the 2010 Census shows that Denton County has grown by 53 percent since 2000. With a population of 662,614 people, it now stands as the ninth largest county in Texas. Much of the growth is attributed to the county’s Hispanic population, which doubled in the last decade. Hispanics account for nearly 121,000 county residents — 30,000 more than was projected ten years ago. There are both advantages and drawbacks to the area’s sprawl, said Denton Mayor Mark Burroughs. “It means we are going to be entitled to greater representation, both locally and on the level of the federal government,” Burroughs said. Every new batch of census data requires lawmakers to reassess the number of seats a district can occupy in both the state and !
now 25,145,561 people. The immediate effects of the increases have officials concerned about redistricting political boundaries. House Rep. Michael Burgess (R-Lewisville), who represents much of Denton County in the U.S. Congress, accounts for more than 900,00 people in his district — much more than the ideal state average of 700,000. He stands to lose potential voters when the state legislature redraws district boundaries to even out the state’s larger population, adding four additional Texas seats in the U.S. Congress.
Denton County Friends of t he Fa mily, a n organ i zat ion t hat prov ides shelter and free services to v ict i ms of domest ic v iolence a nd sex ua l assault, is trying to raise $10 0,0 0 0 t o a s s i s t i n expanding its services. Funding cuts recently forced the organization to significantly reduce its staff, which has lead to an increase in the number of families waiting to receive help, said Carol Gaige, the d irector of com mu n it y relations. “Honestly, what we need is staff, and so if we can somehow obtain that, we can at least bring back in some counselors and start get t i ng pe ople mov i ng m u c h q u i c k e r,” G a i g e said. Fr iends of t he Fa m i ly ser ved more t ha n 9,800 clients in 2009, and more than 10,600 last year. As of January, almost 700 clients have been helped, a nd that number is expected to increase to more than 11,000 by t he end of t he year, Gaige said. UNT counseling students are helping fill the void by assisting the agency with cases. T he st udents have a n opportunit y to gain rea l world experience and earn class credit. “It’s really been a lifesaver with all of our staff cuts,” Gaige said. “It’s beneficial to them, because they need their hours and it definitely helps us.” L i l l iesha Gra ndber r y,
Number of clients served: 2008: 13,316 2009: 9,843 2010: 10,605
11,135 Projected clients this year
639 Domestic violence incidents reported in Denton each year a c ou n s el i ng g r a du at e st udent, sa id she k new she wanted to work with domestic violence victims, so she chose to intern with Friends of the Family. “Right now, I am doing a domestic violence support group,” Grandberr y said. “Kind of like being a counselor, you also do a little bit of advocacy work too, so you help them with referra ls, housing, a nd ma ke sure that their basic essential needs are met.” I n order to ra ise t he $100,000 needed to support the increased demand, the organization has asked for donations from individuals, businesses and government grants. “We a re reach i ng out really to every part of the community, through every mea ns ava i lable, ask ing t hem for t heir suppor t,” said Ann Tubbs, the board chair .
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Offense sputters on road UNT tries to end home schedule on high note BY BEN BABY
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A trip to Jonesboro, Ark., added to the misery of the Mean Green. The UNT men’s basketball team dropped its second straight game, losing to the Arkansas State Red Wolves 63-47 Thursday night. The Mean Green has lost six of its last seven games, including four straight road losses. An 11-1 second half run by the Red Wolves sunk the Mean Green, which continues its free fall in the Sun Belt West division. The Mean Green offense had its worst showings of the season, shooting a season-low 30 percent from the field. Coming into the contest, UNT led the conference in scoring, averaging 78 points per game on 48.7 percent shooting. ASU allowed opponents to score an average of 65.4 points a game this season. “I think we had some good looks,� said senior guard Josh White. “We just didn’t knock them down. We shot the ball terribly tonight.� White scored 10 points on 3-of-9 shooting, one of two UNT players to score in double-figures. Senior forward George Odufuwa notched his 14th double-double of the season, tallying 12 points and 14 rebounds in the loss for the Mean Green (17-10, 6-8). UNT committed a season-high 20 turnovers in the loss. Arkansas State (16-14, 10-5) capitalized by scoring 25 points off turnovers. “They got breakaways, and they executed off our turnovers,� Odufuwa said. “That kind of made that gap in the second half.� With sophomore forward Jacob Holmen out for the season because of a broken right hand, UNT’s bench was severely limited.
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Junior forward Kedrick Hogans pushes around defense against University of Louisiana-Monroe during the last home game. UNT will face Denver Saturday at the Super Pit. Junior forward Kedrick Hogans and Odufuwa were saddled with foul trouble. Both players fouled out late, after the outcome was decided. “You’re going to have some areas where you are going to get into foul trouble,� said head coach Johnny Jones. “You have to be able to play through that. Anytime your top guys are strapped with
foul trouble, it hurts because you depend on them.� For the first time this season, UNT lost a game after leading at halftime. UNT, which held a 26-25 lead at halftime, is 12-1 when ahead after 20 minutes. UNT will play its last home game of the season on Saturday against Denver. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m.
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The Mean Green women’s basketball team will try to give its home fans a nice sendoff Saturday when the team hosts Denver for its Senior Night. UNT (5-22, 2-12) will try to avenge its Jan. 29 86-67 loss to the Pioneers (17-10, 9-5) in Denver. The Pioneers shot 59 percent in the victory. “We didn’t handle the altitude there as well as I would have liked,� said head coach Shanice Stephens. “I think it will be a different story here, because we’ll be able to press up.� The Mean Green had trouble stopping Denver’s top scorers in the first contest. Redshirt senior for ward Brianna Culberson, senior guard Britteni Rice and junior forward Kaetlyn Murdoch combined to outscore UNT 68-67. The trio pulled down 25 of Denver’s 40 rebounds. “I told my team, ‘If you knock out one of the three, you’re in great shape. If you knock out two of the three, you’re going to win, and three of the three is probably improbable, but you would really secure a great spot if you did that,’� Stephens said. No other Pioneer scored more than nine points in the Pioneer victory. “In the first Denver game, we didn’t play as a team,� said freshman forward Ash’Lynne Evans.
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Junior guard Kasondra Foreman looks for an open teammate last Saturday at the Super Pit. UNT will face Arkansas State in Jonesboro, Ark., tonight.
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Plan for playing Pioneers UNT must defend the 3-pointer if it has any chance of winning. Denver is one of three UNT opponents to shoot over 50 percent this season and UNT lost to each of those opponents. UNT is close to being at full strength after missing two starters last week. Junior guard Brittney Hudson missed two games with a foot injury, while sophomore forward Jasmine Godbolt missed one game for personal reasons. Both players returned off the bench in Wednesday’s 71-50 loss at Arkansas State. UNT’s leading scorer, guard Denetra Kellum, will be honored before the game as a part of
Senior Night. The team’s only senior is averaging 16.3 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. If Kellum can keep her pace, she will rank in the Top 10 for most points scored in a single season for UNT. In the first matchup, Kellum had her streak of 13 consecutive games scoring in double figures snapped. The final women’s basketball home game of the season will start at 5 p.m.
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Athletes of the Week: Seniors bid farewell BY BEN BABY
Shorter and Johnson Guards Shannon Shorter and Johnson, the team’s sixth man, have made immediate contributions in a limited amount of time. Shorter arrived from Paris Junior College in 2009, making 59 appearances the last two seasons. Averaging 6.3 points per game, Shorter is primarily known for his tenacity and his defense, starting in 45 games for the Mean Green. Johnson overcame a broken ankle in 2009 to become one of UNT’s most efficient long-range assassins. The 5-foot-10-inch Missouri native has averaged 42.2 percent from behind the 3-point line in his career, ranking second in school history. Shorter said he wants to play professional basketball or become an analyst for ESPN. Johnson said he wants to play in the pros, but is in no rush to move to the next level.
Senior Staff Writer Sitting in the same green seats where Mean Green fans watched them play a combined 457 games, the six seniors on the UNT men’s basketball team wore different emotions after Tuesday’s practice. Forward Jamie Egenti, a walk-on, was the only one smiling, even though he played 10 minutes in two years. Guard Dominique Johnson, who said he doesn’t smile, kept his mouthpiece in and maintained an intimidating stare. The remaining four seniors — all are starters — held a calm and stoic look. When the Mean Green faces Denver at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Super Pit, the six seniors will run out of the south tunnel for the last time. UNT will play its final home game, giving fans and family one last chance to show their appreciation for the graduating class. “I think they’ve not only grown as basketball players, but as people,” said head coach Johnny Jones.
The jump from junior college To say many people would not PHOTO BY SEAN GORMAN/SPORTS EDITOR recognize Jamie Egenti would be The six seniors on the UNT men’s basketball relax after Tuesday’s practice. The Mean Green will play its final home game and host Senior Night against Denver at far from a stretch. 7 p.m. Saturday. Prior to joining the Mean Green, the 6-foot-8-inch forward averWhite and Thompson Odufuwa, who wants to play aged 7.8 points and 5.4 rebounds Guards Josh White and Tristan Odufa-who? Thompson will play their final Any time forward George professional basketball, said for a team that won the NJCAA game at the Super Pit, finishing Odufuwa scores a bucket, the the move to Denton was well Division III national championship. four years at UNT. During their Super Pit crowd chants his name, worth it. Egenti, who started playing “It ’s b e en v a l id at e d,” time in Denton, White and eliminating doubt about who —Johnny Jones, Thompson have racked up 81 scored for the Mean Green. Odufuwa said. “My goal — I basketball at the age of 12, said Head coach Odufuwa has earned the chant, wanted to make the NCAA tour- he figured he would try out for victories, the most wins by any player in school history. becoming one of four players in nament in college, and I did UNT’s basketball team. “It really is a big deal,” he Along with the massive win still remembers the first time he in front of 7,105 screaming fans the country to average at least 10 that.” Odufuwa said his most said. “I know the fans are very total, the duo tallied 3,087 points, checked in against Panhandle at the Super Pit. White hit the points and rebounds in each of memorable moment came last passionate about our team so the most by any two UNT team- State. game-tying 3-pointer, sending the last two seasons. mates. The 6-foot-8-inch player has season, when UNT defeated that adds to it.” “My coach called me off the the game into overtime and the The applied arts and sciences “Being number one, it just says a bench,” White said. “I was kind of crowd into a frenzy. been a force on the glass, tallying Troy to capture the Sun Belt major said he thinks about his lot,” Thompson said. “It was great, nervous and excited at the same After graduation, White said 816 rebounds for sixth on the Conference Championship. “For that moment, you felt future every day, and realizes he something that I strived for.” he wants to play professional school’s career rebounding list. time.” White and Thompson joined White’s favorite moment came basketball, while Thompson said After attending Arizona State weight lifted off your back,” has options after graduation. Sports Editor Sean Goman the program in 2007. White, the this season, when the Mean Green he will assess things after the for a season, the Dallas native Odufuwa said. “You just felt like contributed to this article. you reached your goal.” 5-foot-10-inch guard, said he defeated Texas Tech on Nov. 16, season. transferred to UNT.
“They’ve not only grown as basketball players, but as people.”
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too loose at this point. Place the board over a stable surface, design side down, and staple the T-shirt to it in 1- or 2-inch intervals. Pull the shirt tightly to the opposite end of the board and staple in 1- or 2-inch intervals, starting in the center so it stays even. Rep e at for e v er y side of t he boa rd, a nd t r i m of f t he e xc e s s f a br ic t h at bu nche s up i n t he back . T h i s g ive s a smoot h side for ha ng i ng. The T-shirt bulletin board looks great by itself, but I’ve taken it a step further by creating a mural using nine T-shirts. Whether mounted or not, the boards are decorative and useful. It’s the perfect way of holding on to your cherished T-shirts.
I’ve got a problem with giving away old, battered a nd wor n T-shirts, because the ones I wear t he most a re of ten my favorites. Now, I’ve decided to use them as room decorations for what I ca ll T-shirt bulletin boards. T he concept a nd process is simple, and only requires three supplies: a T-shirt, a corkboard and a fully loaded staple gun. Any size T-shirt is acceptable as long as the corkboard used is proportionately sized. A men’s size large shirt fits a 16.5-inch by 22.5-inch corkboard. A women’s size medium fits an 11-inch by 14-inch corkboard. T here’s a lot of f lex ibi l it y w it h t he c or k b o a r d si z e, a s long a s t he shirt is made of cotton. P l a c e t h e c o r kboard inside the T-shirt and arrange t he shirt • Wash the T-shirt in hot water first however it looks best to make sure it’s fully shrunken over the board. • If using a long-sleeved shirt, cut Ta ke t he top of t he off the sleeves shirt and fold it over the top of the board so that • The corkboards hang best with a the excess is facing away simple photo bracket that can from you. Don’t worry be easily attached about t he shirt being
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Roller derby jams and pivots its way into Denton BY ASHLEY-CRYSTAL FIRSTLEY & DANA WALKER Staff Writer & Intern
The click-clacking sounds of derby skates have swooshed and halted into their new Denton home. The North Texas Roller Dolls, founded by Genana Barnes, is recruiting women from all over the North Texas region. The Roller Dolls practice at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the InterSkate Roller Rink, located in Lewisville. Dues are $15 a month for each skater, which go toward travel and costumes. “There’s a lot of youth out here,” said Brooke Gatewood, a social work junior and Roller Doll. “I see people on campus skateboarding… If you enjoy skateboarding, then you might enjoy shoving people around.” Derby prominent in North Texas In Texas, 37 leag ues have sprouted in 23 cities, including women leagues Assassination City Roller Derby and Dallas Derby Devils. Dallas Deception is the only male-based derby in Texas. The team plays under the Men’s Derby Coalition, according to derbyrooster.com. “The fans here are the best fans you can find,” said Shandra Simpson, who is known in the derby world as ‘Trigger Mortis’ of the Assassination City Roller Derby. “In North Texas, they’re crazy about derby.” Derby is a year-round contact spor t, t he of f-sea son bei ng Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, said Justin Strickland—aka “Texas Scold’em” — a UNT alumnus and three-year member of Dallas Deception. “It’s kind of a full time job,” he said. Members of Dallas Deception help train the Roller Dolls so it can become a league in the Women’s
“I’m all about things that can kill me.”
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Dallas Deception’s “The Stepdads” and “The Brotherhood” duke it out during their second bout of the season at Lone Star Indoor Sports Center. Flat Track Roller Derby Association within a year, Simpson said. “Last week, at our first group practice, we had 19 [women],” said Genana Barnes, the Derby Dolls’s
manager . “And [Wednesday], we’re looking at 40 to 50.” Derby terms Derby players skate under an alias
no one else in the derby world can have, said Jane Flores, the Dolls’s media coordinator, aka ‘Scrapity Anne.’ The name can relate to the
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player’s attitude or personality, she said. During a game, which is called a bout, hundreds of fans crowd the venue and beat the walls with
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Dallas Deception, the only men’s league, derby members play a bout at Lone Star Indoor Sports Center in Lewisville.
The North Texas Roller Dolls skate 20 laps around the track during Wednesday night practice at Interskate in Lewisville. mallets to cheer on their favorite team. “It’s very hectic. You’re trying to use strategy and stick with your people,” Simpson said. “You’re trying to watch out for your own jammer, who scores the points,
while blocking the other jammer at the same time.” Derby Decree Ten members, five from two teams, position themselves on a polished, oval-shaped rink.
The North Texas Roller Dolls practice skating techniques Wednesday at Interskate in Lewisville. The number of team members increases weekly.
Each has a maximum of four blockers, one being the pivot blocker, and a jammer, according to the league rules. The pivot blockers control the speed of the team, and are identified by striped helmets, Simpson said. The jammers are the players at the rear of the team. They’re identified by starred helmets, and they’re usually the most agile player, she said. Ashley Durden, an education senior, said she has been a social skater since she was 14 years old, and crossed roller derby off her bucket list after agreeing to join the Roller Dolls. “It’s good to have one here, because there’s not one very close,” she said. “I think it’s good for Denton, to have something to cheer for.” Compared to men’s derby, women’s derby is more strategic at positional blocking, Simpson said. “It’s scary, because you feel like you have no balance [when] having someone come at you to try to knock you over,” said Maria Martinez, a Roller Doll and UNT alumna. At the end of a game, the derby community can donate money to an injured skater to take care of their medical bills, she said.
The gospel of derby Roller Dolls Shelby Gange and Jaime Lewis said skating is all they can think about. Gange said she spontaneously picked up roller derby two weeks ago. “I’m all about things that can kill me,” Gange said. The Roller Dolls agree that roller derby is an empowering sport, and a confidence booster.
“The women are typical of what you would consider beautiful,” Simpson said. “Not only are they pretty, they are strong and mean and tough and seem very much in control.” The raw human intensity is what draws Michael Barnes to support derby events. “It’s hard not to get out of my chair and get into it,” said Michael Barnes, a psychology junior.
Skating by the rules: •
A bout is comprised of 60 minutes of play, divided into two 30-minute periods.
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The periods are divided into multiple jams. A jam, known as a play, can only last up to two minutes.
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The jammers of each team need to shuffle their way through the packs.
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For every opposing team member the jammer passes, a point is scored.
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Lead jammers have the power to stop the jam by touching their hips, so the opposing jammer can’t score any more points.
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FoodSCENE
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Michael’s Kitchen 706 Fort Worth Drive Denton, TX 76201 By Corrisa JaCkson & Dana Walker Staff Writer & Intern
Cruising down Fort Worth Drive, you may not notice a small business on the right side of the road like Michael’s Kitchen, but that’s okay— just keep driving. Before patrons are seated, they can view dessert options at the counter next to the cashier, featuring cheesecakes, brownies and baklava. The inside of the restaurant’s main room is green and calming. It looks like an old diner from the ‘60s, yet it has a Greek touch with the classic brass cookware hanging above the serving window. If you’re looking for a nice place to grab some grub on a Sunday after-
noon, you may want to go to another restaurant. Each table has a large variety of condiments available, including ketchup, syrup and jellies. Michael’s features a variety of Greek and Lebanese foods, but also serves American classics. Photo by taryn Walker/staff PhotograPher The restaurant’s attempts include The gyro sandwich, wrapped in thick pita catfish, burgers, salads and wraps. The Greek and Lebanese menu bread, is filled with grilled lamb, onions has hummus, gyro sandwiches and and tomatoes, and served with french shish cabob plates. fries and tzatziki sauce for dipping. Whatever dishes you decide on, make sure to ask for a hearty helping cooked thoroughly, but it’s nothing of ranch—we had drown our meals worth tasting. The sour tzatziki sauce did not accent the dish well. in it just to get the food down. The floors were spotless as well as Prices are not too expensive. For an entrée and an appetizer, you can the tables and bar. The wait staff is cheerful to expect to pay around $15. The cheese pita is a good way to newcomers and knowledgeable of start off a meal. It’s not too heavy, the menu. Overall, the food is a disappointwith only cheese, pita bread and parsley flakes—it’s hard to mess ment, and lacks cohesiveness, flavor and accents. up. The fried catfish defin itely needed more seasoning. The same Cleanliness goes for the green beans. Service The baked potato was drowning in sour cream. Affordability The lamb gyro sandwich Atmosphere is served with fries and Food Quality tzatziki sauce. The lamb is
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Margherita chicken serves two and is wallet friendly. The meal takes less than an hour to cook and can satisfy any Italian food fanatic. By k aylah BaCa Intern
This recipe is easy to make and inexpensive. For less than $20, you can prepare and cook a dinner for two in under an hour. It’s a spin on a classic Italian meal. The cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, along with the
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Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon melted butter 4 cherry tomatoes, cut in half 2 leaves of fresh basil 1/2 cup of both Parmesan & mozzarella cheese
Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with dried basil leaves, salt and pepper. Add in melted butter and coat the chicken in the mixture. Bake for 40 minutes, or until there is no pink left in the center of the chicken. Add tomatoes and cheese on top of chicken and bake for five more minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!
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Daily Oscar picks Adele brings heart to second album Opinion
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From Mark Zuckerberg to Buzz Lightyear to British monarchs, the 2011 Academy Awards on Sunday has something for everyone. BEST PICTURE Who will win: It’s a showdown between the intense, nail-biting “The Social Network” and the heavy, emotional “The King’s Speech.” “The Social Network” comes out ahead as the film brazenly dives into Facebook and delivers a stark look at the world today. Who should win: “The Social Network.” Both films have talented casts, and with its mile-a-minute dialogue, real-life implications and iconic cinematography, “The Social Network” edges out “The King’s Speech.” BEST ACTOR Who will win: Colin Firth, for his performance as the abashed, stuttering King George VI. Jesse Eisenberg is a close second in “The Social Network,” as the brilliant yet socially inept Facebook founder. Who should win: Colin Firth. He’s already won the Golden Globe and British Academy of Film and Arts Award for his dramatic portrayal. The Oscars shouldn’t be different. BEST ACTRESS Who will win: Natalie Portman in “Black Swan,” as an obsessive ballerina who slowly descending into madness. The Academy loves to give awards for extreme, out-there performances. Who should win: Michelle Williams, the opposite of Portman, delivers a subtle, outstanding performance in “Blue Valentine,” which portrays the heart-wrenching breakdown of a marriage. BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Who will win: Christian Bale for his portrayal of real-life boxer Dicky Eklund, accomplished with style and humanity, in “The Fighter.” Who should win: Geoffrey Rush as
Photo Courtesy of MCT the unconventional speech teacher in “The King’s Speech.” Rush is dynamic as the unrestrained educator who liberates King George VI from stuttering through peculiar methods.
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Adele jumped onto the pop music scene in 2008 with her first album “19.” Alongside other contemporary British musicians such as Duffy and Amy Winehouse — Adele stood out with her stronger, jazzier voice. Adele’s second album, “21,” was released this week, and there is no sophomore slump here. “21” is soulful and driving. It ebbs and flows between medium-tempo songs of ex-girlfriend rage and slow, emotional ballads filled with heartache. “21” gives listeners a more mature Adele. Her voice is still the commanding force from her debut album, but the lyrics here show emotional maturity, which often comes from a painful breakup.
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DragSCENE
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A driver burns out at the starting line at last Saturday morning’s time trials at the North Star Dragway, which hosts weekly racing events Thursday through Saturday. General admission is $10 and $15 to race.
Dragway provides safe alternative By K aylah Baca Intern
At the North Star Dragway, a quick reaction to the green light at the starting line means drivers get a head start on the competition. The same idea applies to the efforts being made by the people behind the scenes at the track, who try to stay one step ahead of illegal street racing in Denton County. North Star Dragway is a one-eighth mile, all concrete, racing track located at 3236 Memory Lane — less than 10 miles north of UNT. It hosts weekly racing events Thursday through Saturday. General admission is $10, with a $15 charge to race. “We try to get illegal street racers to come out to the track and race, so that they’re not putting themselves or the lives of others in danger,” said Nick Duty, the manager of sales and special events. Duty said the track works with local law enforcement and the organization Beat the Heat to keep the community informed about alternatives to illegal street racing. Retired police Lt. Tom Brown, the president of Beat the Heat, said the various Dallas-Fort Worth chapters of the program features police officers and firefighters challenging
street racers to battle it out on the dragway. In 2009, North Star Dragway hosted the Beat the Heat World Championships, where officers from across the country competed. The track purchased Brown’s former police cruiser as another way to promote legal racing, Duty said. “It’s a rush and a thrill to watch,” said Jason Stein, a Denton resident who has brought his family out to North Star Dragway for years. He said the track does a good job stressing safety and legal racing. Duty said, in the past, the track has offered free passes to illegal street racers, many of whom did not know the track existed. The track’s operating hours have occasionally been extended past midnight to appeal to these drivers, Duty said. Tammy Large, a resident of The Colony, called racing “an addiction.” Large said she and her husband have raced at North Star Dragway long enough to see the same drivers and dedicated fans coming back almost every weekend. “It’s definitely a family-oriented business,” Duty said. “So promoting safety on and off the track is a top priority for us.”