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CONSIDER THE SAVINGS Rumor has it that recycling costs more than it’s worth. In reality, it costs about $30 per ton to recycle trash versus $50 per ton to get it to the landfill and $65 to $75 to incinerate it. • Recycling 1 ton of paper saves 17 mature trees, 7,000 gallons of water, 3 cubic yards of landfill space, 2 barrels of oil and 4,100 kilowatt-hours of electricity — enough energy to power the average American home for five months.

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• Recycling paper instead of making it from new material generates 74 percent less air pollution and uses 50 percent less water and requires about 60 percent of the energy used to make paper from virgin wood pulp.

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• Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a 100-watt bulb for 20 hours, a computer for three hours and a TV for two hours, according to the EPA. • Recycling aluminum saves 95 percent of the energy used to make the material from scratch. That means you can make 20 cans out of recycled material with the same amount of energy it takes to make one can out of new material. Energy savings in 1993 alone were enough to light a city the size of Pittsburgh for six years.

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• Energy saved from recycling one glass bottle can run a 100-watt light bulb for four hours. Compared to producing a new bottle from raw materials, recycling produces 20 percent less air pollution and 50 percent less water pollution. The mining and transportation involved in producing glass from raw materials produces about 385 pounds of waste for every ton of glass produced. That waste is reduced by more than 80 percent when using recycled glass.

recycling awareness. Neighborhoods work together for recycling with some slogans such as “Before you bin it, think what’s in it.” Some have made mosaic walkways out of broken tiles and crockery, as well as installed picnic tables and benches at local parks made from recycled plastics. • Ben & Jerry’s ice cream boasts the use of ice cream containers made out of unbleached paper in order to help reduce the production of the toxic chemical dioxin that comes from bleaching paper products.

EVERYBODY IS DOING IT • More than half of Duracell’s international headquarters was built using its own waste materials from the manufacture of batteries. It included ceiling tiles from newspapers, roofing from aluminum and ﬂooring from broken light bulbs and other crushed glass.

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• Cereal manufacturers such as Kellogg’s uses 100 percent recycled paper for their boxes. Some even sell cereal in bags for a cost savings of between 35 and 40 percent over the price of the same cereal purchased in boxes.

• Ninety percent of all debris ﬂoating in the ocean is plastic.

• Disney parks stepped up their recycling efforts beginning in the 1990’s that has included recycling bins strategically placed throughout their facilities.

• Every year, we make enough plastic ﬁlm to shrink-wrap Texas!

• Americans use 2,500,000 plastic bottles every hour and most of them are thrown away.

• Every year, Americans throw away 25 billion Styrofoam cups – enough to circle the earth 436 times every year, and Styrofoam is NOT recyclable.

• The folks in Bristol, England host a Waste Not Festival each year to raise

The good news: • Plastic can be recycled into many great products such as “lumber” for park benches, public trash receptacles, picnic tables, parking bumpers, plastic grocery bags and more. • 26 recycled PET (a thermoplastic polymer resin of the polyester family used in synthetic fibers) bottles equals a polyester suit; 5 recycled PET bottles make enough ﬁberﬁll to stuff a ski jacket. • If every American household recycled just one out of every 10 HDPE bottles they used, we’d keep 200 million pounds of the plastic out of landfills every year.

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• Old tires are some of the most difthe grocery shelf. One can conceiv- ficult things to recycle, but some are ably purchase the same can filled reworking these rubber rounds into with various different beverages chair seats. multiple times per year. • If that aluminum can is thrown away, it will still be a can in a landfill for the next 500 or more years, but there is no limit to the number of times it can be recycled. • Tin cans used for food items such as soup and canned tomatoes are made of 99 percent steel. Every year, Americans throw away enough steel to build all the new cars that are made in this country. • Although aluminum cans are the most recycled item in the U.S., gutters, car parts, storm window frames, lawn furniture and building siding can also be recycled. • Even aluminum shavings can be recycled, although it’s a bit more difﬁcult and takes some creativity. Some counter tops are now made from these shavings that are good looking, interesting and you’ll be the envy of the neighborhood with these as a conversation piece.

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• Slats from old whiskey barrels are also used to create furniture. However, we wonder if one smells like a bottle of Jim Beam after sitting in one of these.

A noteworthy panel of guests to include Dan Johnson, PhD, Colorado College, Michael Hannigan, Executive Director, Pikes Peak Community Foundation, Tommie Plank, Trustee, Town of Monument and Jim Wilson, Former Business Owner will discuss these issues. Input will be encouraged from the attendees during a breakout session.

• Hershey’s Kisses are wrapped in aluminum – about 80 million each day – enough to cover about 40 football fields. These little wrappers are recyclable, which is another good reason to eat more chocolate. Well, somebody’s got to do it.

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THANKS VOLUNTEERS DURING NATIONAL VOLUNTEER MONTH As part of National Volunteer Month, the Palmer Lake Historical Society and the Lucretia Vaile Museum in Palmer Lake wish to recognize and sincerely thank our dedicated volunteers for their service and assistance in supporting our motto that “History should be more than a memory.” Where would our nation and communities be without those who give of their time and energy to enhance the lives of others. Volunteering enriches all of us and is the backbone of all non-proﬁt organizations. If you are interested in helping those in the Tri-Lakes area become more familiar with our rich history, whether through becoming a Museum Docent, serving on a Committee or Board, assisting with computer archiving, or working on a special project, we welcome and need your talents and a portion of your time. Please call 481-9245 or visit us at 66 Lower Glenway, below the Library in Palmer Lake. Hours are Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm year around and Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm during the months of June, July, & August.

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TAKING AWAY THE CAR KEYS e had a tragedy in my area: A gentleman with Alzheimer’s drove his car a long distance, got out and walked in the woods, and was found dead by searchers.

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It’s not easy deciding when to take away the keys. Many of us live in areas that aren’t served by public transportation, and most of us don’t live in assisted living places with vans that take us shopping and to activities. Then there’s the not-so-small matter of independence: We seniors don’t want to give up something we’ve done for a long time. Those of us who have a spouse with Alzheimer’s have tough choices to make, and we end up as the “heavy” in the decision.

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Unfortunately, the more advanced the Alzheimer’s, the more likely the senior is to deny that there’s a problem and continue to drive. You might have to resort to hiding the car keys or removing a part so the car won’t start.

For an early Alzheimer’s senior who is still driving, GPS mapping systems in the vehicle can make it easier to get from one place to the other. And in the case of the gentleman who was lost in the woods, much time (not to mention his life) could have been saved if there had been a tracking device on his car.

If you have a spouse or parent with Alzheimer’s, consider whether it’s time for you to take a stand -- and the car keys. Look at the Alzheimer’s Association site [www.alz.org] for information and ideas.

Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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he Palmer Lake Art Group (PLAG) will present its annual Spring Fine Art Show, June 2, 2009 through June 27, 2009. The extensive exhibit will be held at the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, Colorado.

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The exhibit will be open from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 6th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Finger foods will be offered, and many of the artists will be on-hand for you to meet and discuss art matters.

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FACTS AT A GLANCE: Event: Palmer Lake Art Group Spring Fine Art Show Dates: June 2nd through June 27th, 2009 Hours: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday Reception: June 6, 2009 from 5p m to 8pm Admission: Free Location: Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO

40-50 PLAG member artists will exhibit a wide variety of art works in different media. The artistry of the group’s memb ers has been widely recognized throughout the Tri-Lakes and Colorado Springs areas.

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LIBRARY SYMPOSIUM TO CELEBRATE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PIKES PEAK OR BUST GOLD RUSH Colorado Springs, Colo. - The 6th annual Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium, “Rush to the Rockies!

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The 1859 Pikes Peak or Bust Gold Rush,” will transport those attending the free event to a time that transformed the West. The symposium will be held June 6 at East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs. Presenters will share their knowledge on the transforming times, characters, and forces that resulted from the gold rush 150 years ago. Speakers will tell the stories of those who traveled the Smokey Hill Trail, who photographed the booming region, and who made new lives for themselves during tough economic times.

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pack animals, will be discussed, as well as Indian removal and the Sand Creek Massacre. Chautauqua performances of Augusta Tabor and Winfield Scott Stratton will follow a complimentary light lunch. Reservations are required for this free event. Call (719) 531-6333, ext. 2253, or register online at http:\\ppld.org. The symposium will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a reception and authors’ book signing. Presenters will include: Matt Mayberry, Lee Whiteley, Nancy K. Prince, Ed and Nancy Bathke, Joanne Dodds, Gayle Gresham, Linda Bjorklund, Ginny Kilander, Mary Jane Bradbury, Richard Marold, John M. Hutchins, Earl Pittman, Katherine Scott Sturdevant and Stephen Collins. The event is presented by Pikes Peak Library District.

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ends his Major League career after 22 seasons, 10 World Series and 714 home runs. When Ruth died on Aug. 16, 1948, his body lay in state at Yankee Stadium for two days and was visited by more than 100,000 fans.

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• On June 6, 1683, the Ashmolean, the world’s ﬁrst university museum, opens in Oxford, England, with collections donated by English archaeologist Elias Ashmole. Today, the collection at the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology ranges from 500,000-year-old man-made implements to 20th-century works of art. • On June 4, 1876, a mere 83 hours after leaving New York City, the Transcontinental Express train arrives in San Francisco. Suddenly, a journey that had previously taken months using horses could be made in less than a week. Amenities varied from

• On June 7, 1893, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a young Indian lawyer, commits his ﬁrst act of civil disobedience. Known as Mahatma, or “the great soul,” Gandhi’s persuasive methods of civil disobedience inﬂuenced leaders of civil-rights movements around the world, especially Martin Luther King Jr.

• On June 1, 1949, Lawrence Welk’s band begins a two-year stint as the house orchestra for radio show “High Life Review.” Though often lampooned for his saccharine style, Welk eventually developed an army of loyal fans and hosted one of the

longest-running musical variety shows in history. • On June 3, 1961, Clarence Gideon is arrested and charged with breaking into a poolroom in Florida. The appeal of Gideon’s subsequent conviction lead to the establishment of one of the chief principles of American criminal justice in what are known as our Miranda rights. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• On June 5, 1922, George W. Carmack, the ﬁrst person to discover gold along the Klondike River, dies in Vancouver, British Columbia. Unlike many prospectors, Carmack was not consumed by the lust to ﬁnd gold. He enjoyed playing the organ, reading periodicals and writing sentimental poetry.

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Hyponatremia is uncommon. Dehydration is common. For most, drinking water as a replacement ﬂuid in hot weather is ﬁne. It’s not going to lead to a dangerous drop in body sodium. Only those who lose lots of sweat for long periods of time run the risk of hyponatremia by drinking pure water.

WHAT TO DRINK WHEN EXERCISING IN THE HEAT DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am taking my two teenage boys backpacking in the Southwest this August. It will be hot and dry, and I am preparing for those conditions. I need some guidance on what ﬂuids to drink. I was taught that drinking plain water is the best way to stay hydrated. My older son says his class was told not to drink plain water, because it could cause brain damage. What is this all about? -- F.W. ANSWER: It’s all about becoming sodium-depleted and having the brain swell as a result. The condition is hyponatremia. It used to be taught that, when exercising in hot weather, people should guzzle water at every opportunity, even when they don’t feel thirsty. That can be dangerous if the exercise lasts for hours and hours and if the only liquid drunk is water. Too much water dilutes body sodium. That, in turn, can cause brain swelling and, in the extreme, death. Up-to-date advice is to let thirst be a rough guide for how much liquid you drink. If people are engaged in prolonged exercise, it is good to include some salt in the program. Half a teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) in a quart of water can keep body sodium levels from dropping. For you and your sons, it would be advisable to salt

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This is advice that doesn’t apply only to athletes or backpackers. It applies to all those who are out working in hot weather and sweating up a storm. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have hypertension, and I go to the beach often. Can salt in salt water get through the skin as medical patches get through the skin? My doctors have increased my dose of medicine and have added additional medicines without much improvement in my blood pressure. Could the salt water I swim in be keeping my blood pressure high? -- G.S.

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ANSWER: G.S., I know I answered this question before, but you must not have seen it. I’ll do it again. The salt in salt water doesn’t get through your skin. Swimming in salt water doesn’t raise blood pressure. It improves it. All exercise does. If you miss the answer this time, G.S., I have to drop the question. People will think I’m obsessed with it. The booklet on hypertension provides more details on this epidemic illness. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 104W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

The Memorial Day Services at The Monument Cemetery. The Scouts raising the ﬂag are A.J. Freeman, Ben Finger, and Derek Emeis. Scouts and adult leaders in the foreground are C.J. Lazarakis, Dr. Dallas Thompson, John Magerko (Troop 6), Mark Emeis, Jeff Freeman, Robin Chambers, and Frank Delalla.

VISIONS OF MEMORIAL DAY

For the first time an Honor Guard was present at the Memorial Day festivities. All are Officer’s with the Monument Police Department, they are as follows (left to right)Officers Steve Blaskowsky,Joe Lundy,Chad Haynes,Kieth Moreland, Greg Fell.

*** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Bonnie B. Baswell, M.D. Eric L. Caplan, M.D. Heather F. Fink, PA-C

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WHAT IS SCIATICA?

t starts out as a pain that you can feel in your lower back. Soon the pain begins to travel down one leg and it’s getting more severe. There may be a tingling or burning sensation or your leg may feel numb. At times the pain might be severe, almost overwhelming, but sciatica is really just a symptom of another problem.

Specialized Adult and Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Care misalignment, which eliminates the symptoms of sciatica. Said another way—chiropractic adjustments remove the obstruction that is causing the “pinch” in the sciatic nerve, which is causing the pain in the back through the buttocks and down the leg!

The choice is yours. Because most back surgery for sciatica is elective—do you really want to “go under the knife” and risk “failed back surgery syndrome” that can The sciatic nerve is the longest leave you in even greater pain? nerve in your body. It extends from Or, would you rather come into the lower spine down through the my practice, where I am trained to length of both legs. There are a locate and correct the cause of the number of conditions that can cause interference in the sciatic nerve, sciatica, including a herniated disc, without drugs or surgery? And… degenerative disc disease and spinal chiropractic works. The choice, as stenosis—all of which affect the always, is yours! discs that act as “shock absorbers” between each pair of vertebrae of the spine. These conditions put pressure on the sciatic nerve and it is that pressure or pinching of the NEED YOUR sciatic nerve that causes the pain. FEEDBACK! Many doctors will prescribe pain If you are a regular reader of my medication, anti-inflammatory articles, I would love to hear from medication or steroid injections. you! Worst case scenario? Surgery. What these solutions do, however, is treat the symptoms of sciatica, which is a symptom itself of a nerve disorder, caused by nerve interference, that can be corrected with chiropractic care. Because sciatica is most often the result of a spinal misalignment in the lower spine, chiropractic care is often very effective in correcting the

Tell me if you enjoy the information—or if you have a topic you’d like me to consider—give me a call!

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Research points to exercise as a direct benefit to the heart. It can lower blood levels of LDL cholesterol (the artery damaging kind), and raise blood levels of HDL cholesterol (the “good” cholesterol). These benefits can be achieved without becoming an “exercise nut.” Just beginning a regular walking program can help.

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remaining fleas in the house and yard jump on the animals to feed, and then are killed. I never have to treat anything but my animals. Even my car interior is fine. The stuff lasts 30 days. I simply treat again as many times as necessary until the frost comes and flea season is over.

By Sam Mazzotta

TOPICAL TREATMENTS FOR FLEA PREVENTION

his fella’s name is Tramp. He is 2 years old and neutered. His front feet have been declawed. Tramp is good with kids. He also gets along well with other cats but doesn’t seem to care for dogs, he would do best in a dogless home. Tramps family is moving to another state and they have had to say a sad goodbye to him. He’s waiting now for his forever home. Tramp is an indoor cat.

adopter to give the animal a reasonable amount of time to adjust to it’s new family and environment. This is so very important to your new family member as well as your existing family members.

If you are interested in adopting Tramp into your heart and home please call SAINT Animal Rescue located in Calhan. Our phone number is 541-3099 but you might need to use the 719 area code.

“A cat is there when you call her - if she doesn’t have something better to do.” - Bill Adler

Please visit our website at saintanimalrescue. org and as always thank you for caring. “The dog may be wonderful prose, but only the cat is poetry.” -French Proverb

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: You recently wrote a long explanation of how to get rid of fleas on pets and in the house. I have two very large (more than 100 pounds) dogs, very furry, Great Pyrenees. I also have seven cats. I have found with the recent developments in treatments, none of the measures you listed are necessary. I have one cat that is hypersensitive to flea saliva. I keep an eye on him, and when I notice the little telltale bumps just at the base of his tail, I know we have been infested. I immediately treat all of the animals with either Frontline or Advantage. End of story. No sprays, no bombs, no bathing fighting cats. The topical stuff applied between their shoulderblades kills the ﬂeas on them. The

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As long as my pets are treated regularly, I don’t have to worry about any hatching eggs: They just hatch, feed and die. So simple and easy. I hope you will consider suggesting this course of treatment. All of the steps you listed easily could discourage someone from becoming a pet owner, and it does not have to be so difficult and timeconsuming. -- Debbie S., via e-mail DEAR DEBBIE: Thanks! Actually, I have recommended topical treatments in the past and used them on my own pets with similar success. However, many of my readers are leery of using a topical treatment, and others tell me it didn’t work at all, particularly with outdoor pets. For them, alternative prevention and treatment methods must be explored.

Send your tips, questions and comments to Paws Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail them to pawscorner@hotmail.com. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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A COOL SALAD FOR HOT SUMMER DAYS

alypso is probably best known as a type of Caribbean folk song. It’s inspired by a combination of musical styles and languages common to Trinidad. Calypso music is rhythmically smooth, and the words are often colorful and sharply critical in a witty way. This recipe for Calypso Black Bean and Corn Salad draws inspiration from the Caribbean, the easy spirit of the Islands and the music heard there. The salad takes only a few minutes to assemble, and it can be served either cold or at room temperature. Best of all, most of the ingredients can be found in the pantry or the freezer. This festive salad instantly became one of my all-time favorites when I was challenged by chef Bobby Flay on his Food Network show “Throwdown With Bobby Flay.” I decided to serve the Calypso Black Bean and Corn Salad as a side dish with my ﬁery Jerk Chicken. The wonderful thing about this com-

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bination of black beans, corn and spices is that it perfectly compliments the smokiness of barbequed meats. It’s unique and colorful, and it tastes better the longer it sits in the pepperinfused citrus marinade. The judges loved my dishes, and I was declared the winner of the challenge. While it was wonderful to claim a culinary victory over chef Flay, the real winners were the guests at the barbeque. They got to eat some of the best dishes in Texas! Try this delicious salad, and you’ll feel like a winner, too!

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In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, Grape Nuts, Cool Whip Lite and dry pudding mix. Add ice cream. Mix well to combine. Pour mixture into a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan and freeze. Cut into 8 servings.

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cherries, almonds, almond extract and 2 tablespoons candied citron. 4. Spoon yogurt mixture into 6 dessert dishes. Garnish with remaining citron. Freeze until ready to serve. Serves 6. • Each serving: About 470 calories, 10g total fat, 13mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our Web site at www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipeﬁnder/. (c) 2009 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved

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2. PSYCHOLOGY: What kind of abnormal fear is experienced in the condition known as hemophobia? 3. MUSIC: Which well-known Christmas carol includes the syllables “fala-la-la-la, la-la-la-la”? 4. GEOGRAPHY: Which two countries surround the Dead Sea? 5. ANIMALS: How many muscles does a cat have in each ear? 6. MEDICINE: Who was the pioneering doctor who was first to successfully use a partially artificial heart in a human being? 7. U.S. PRESIDENTS: In what year did U.S. Sen. John Glenn make an unsuccessful bid for the presidency? 8. CARS: Which car manufacturer had a hit with the 1955 Thunderbird? 9. GAMES: What color is the $5 bill in the classic game of Monopoly?

1. Name the group that recorded the theme from “S.W.A.T.” 2. What kind of ring did Gary Lewis and the Playboys sing about in their 1965 hit song? 3. Name the deaf singer who charted with “Cry” and “The Little White Cloud That Cried” in the early ‘50s. 4. Which group recorded the song “Horse With No Name”? 5. This rockabilly singer married Hank Williams’ widow. 6. Who sang “When Doves Cry?” 7. Who are the Captain and Tennille? 8. What was the first millionseller hit for the band The B-52s? (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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left eye and whose right eye had been punched closed, stepped into the ring for the 14th round effectively blinded. After a vicious 14th round, Ali had taken so much damage he was begging his trainer to cut off his gloves and end the ﬁght. His trainer said no. Frazier’s trainer, seeing his man was blind, threw in the towel before the 15th-round bell, and Ali won by a TKO before collapsing onto the mat. Ali later said of the bout, “It is the closest to dying I’ve ever been,” and the injuries sustained in the match would forever impact both ﬁghter’s health. This documentary is told from Frazier’s perspective and highlights how the racial politics of the era heightened the emotion of the bout. Frazier had been a staunch ally of Ali during the years when he was banned from boxing for opposing the Vietnam War. Frazier had lobbied President Nixon to re-

instate Ali, which led to the “Fight of the Century” match between Frazier and Ali. By the time of the Thrilla in Manila, Ali had, in Frazier’s eyes, betrayed their friendship by publicly taunting and humiliating Frazier by calling him a gorilla, Uncle Tom and The White Man’s Champion. When Frazier entered the ring for the Thrilla in Manila, he was enraged, focused and wanting revenge against the man who had humiliated him. “Eddie Murphy: Delirious” 25th Anniversary Edition -- Remember when Eddie Murphy was funny? Yeah, me neither, so hooray for this two-disc set being released so we can look back at a time when Eddie could make us all bust a gut. The ﬁrst disc is the original concert, the one with the outrageous Family Barbecue bit, Mr. T Thinks You Lookin’ Good in Them Jeans, the Michael Jackson at the Grammys riff and

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TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Basketball 2. Fear of blood 3. “Deck the Halls” 4. Israel and Jordan 5. 32 muscles that control the outer ear 6. Dr. Michael DeBakey, left ventricular bypass pump in 1966 7. 1984 8. Ford 9. Pink 10. Mayonnaise and ketchup

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Colorado’s Clint Hurdle, who took over the Rockies in 2002. 2. Roger Clemens had 18 for Boston in 1987. 3. Five -- Denver (1997), Tennessee (‘99), Baltimore (‘00), Pittsburgh (‘05) and New York Giants (‘07). 4. It has never happened in 13 years of the tournament. 5. It was the 2001-02 season. 6. Houston, Los Angeles and San Jose. 7. He went 12 rounds in 1991 in losing a unanimous decision to Terry Norris.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Rhythm Heritage in 1976. The song went to No. 1. 2. A diamond ring. “This Diamond Ring” went to No. 1 on the charts. 3. Johnnie Ray, known as the Nabob of Sob, had been deaf since an accident while on a Boy Scout outing. 4. America. The song went gold in 1971. 5. Johnny Horton, of “North to Alaska” fame. 6. Prince. It was his first No. 1 hit and the top-selling single of 1984. 7. “Captain” Daryl Dragon and wife Toni Tennille came onto the scene in 1971 with “The Way I Want to Touch You.” 8. “Love Shack,” on their 1989 “Cosmic Thing” album. The love shack that inspired the song, in Athens, Ga., burned down in 2004.

JUNE 1, 2009 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) There’s nothing an Aries Lamb likes less than having to tackle a humdrum task. But ﬁnding a creative way to do it can make all the difference. A more exciting time awaits you this weekend.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) The early part of the week could ﬁnd you looking to balance your priorities between your family obligations and your career responsibilities. Pressures begin to ease by week’s end. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) An associate’s problem could cause unavoidable delays in moving ahead with your joint venture. If so, use the time to look into another project you had previously set aside.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Finishing up a job on time leaves you free to enjoy your weekend without any Taurean guilt pangs. A romantic attitude from an unlikely source could take you by surprise.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Although a ﬁnancial problem could be very close to being resolved in your favor, it’s still a good idea to avoid unnecessary spending for at least a little while longer.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moving in a new career direction might be seen by some as risky. But if you have both the conﬁdence to see it through and the facts to back you up, it could prove rewarding.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Support for some unwelcome workplace decisions begins to show up, and continues to build, so that by week’s end, the gregarious Goat is as popular as ever.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Holding back on a decision might be difﬁcult, considering how long you’ve waited for this opportunity. But until you’re able to resolve all doubts, it could be the wiser course to take.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Congratulations. Deciding to attend a social function you might have earlier tried to avoid could turn out to be one of the best decisions you’ve made in a long time.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You still need to move carefully where ﬁnancial matters are concerned. Better for the Lion to move slowly than pounce on a “promising” prospect that doesn’t keep its promises. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A rejection of an idea you believe in can be upsetting. But don’t let it discourage you. Get yourself back on track and use what you’ve learned from the experience to try again.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Getting into a new situation could prove to be a more difﬁcult experience than you expected. Don’t hesitate to ask for advice in coping with some of the more irksome challenges. BORN THIS WEEK: Your strong sense of duty makes you a valued and trusted member of your community. Have you considered a career in law enforcement? (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Most cases are resolved by the parties. Whatever the parties cannot agree ANATOMY OF A DIVORCE CASE - 2 on, the Court will decide at the trial (the final orders hearing). The final hearing is © Christopher C. Meyer, August, 2006 held by the Court without a jury. However, all the rules of court regarding trials apply (rules his article continues the overview of a typical of evidence, etc.). divorce case. The case has been filed, and the respondent has been served with the summons Before the Court will issue the ﬁnal orders, and a copy of the petition. A response to the petition the parties must have filed financial affidavits and a has been filed, and an initial status conference has certificate stating that the parties have provided manbeen held. datory disclosure of their finances. If children are in-

The parties have 40 days after the filing of the petition to prepare and exchange financial information such as financial affidavits, pay stubs, and tax returns. The parties may request a temporary orders hearing. Temporary orders may be necessary if the parties cannot agree on how to handle matters pending the resolution (ﬁnal orders) of the case. The court may require the parties to try to settle their temporary differences before it will grant a temporary orders hearing. Most cases do not require a temporary orders hearing. If the parties are in total agreement on all matters, the case can now proceed to final orders. However, the Court must wait 90 days from the ﬁling of the petition and service on the respondent before it

The credit is 10 percent of the purchase price, with a cap of $8,000. Any type of home can qualify, whether it’s a resale, a new one, one you have constructed, a condo, a mobile home, single family or townhouse.

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s part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, a new tax credit will allow ﬁrst-time home buyers to claim up to $8,000. Unlike the tax credit plan of last year (which allowed an interest-free tax “loan” of $7,500), this one doesn’t have to be paid back.

If the parties are not in total agreement, the Court will require the parties to mediate their dispute before the Court will hold a trial to settle any differences. Mediation is a process where a trained third party attempts to help the parties to settle their differences. It is a voluntary process. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties. The parties make their own decisions.

volved, the parties must have attended the parenting class and provided the court with a proposed parenting plan. The procedure you must follow to get a divorce is the same as other law. You must remember that: you may not understand the law; you may not like it; and you may not think its fair; but it’s the law! Chris Meyer is an attorney practicing family law in northern El Paso county. Chris’ law practice is limited to domestic relations cases. Chris has been practicing law since 1977. He is a former prosecutor and is licensed to practice law in Colorado, Florida, California and Wisconsin. Chris can be contacted at 719-4889395. Chris’s website (www.cmeyerlaw.com) has additional divorce and family law information including links to 25 other articles he has written.

credit when you ﬁle. Beware: The form is for both the old ($7,500) and new ($8,000) credits. Read the form carefully as you ﬁll it out. That credit amount is then transferred to your Form 1040.

If you qualify for the full $8,000, but “First-time buyers” are those who don’t owe that much in taxes, you’ll haven’t owned a principal residence end up with a credit at the bottom during the previous three years. A of your Form 1040, and a check for principal residence is one where the balance will be sent to you from you live more than half the time. the Internal Revenue Service. Owning a vacation home won’t disqualify you, as it’s a place you stay If you bought a home and qualified sometimes, but not where you live. under the $7,500 pay-back scenario and filed your 2008 tax forms, you can file an amendment to your taxThere are income caps: If you’re es (Form 1040X) to claim the new single, income cannot exceed credit. Look online for IRS news re$75,000. For married couples, that lease 2009-27 for details. amount is $150,000. Depending on your modified gross income, there is a phase-out of the credit amount near the top of the income range.

To keep the credit, you need to live in the home (use it as your principal place of residence) for three years. If you sell the home, you have to pay back the full credit.

Qualifying homes must be purchased between Jan. 1, 2009, and Dec. 1, 2009. “Purchased” means that you actually close on the home, with settlement completed and title Use IRS Form 5404 to claim your transferred to you.

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