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THURSDAY, NOV. 12, 2009

Sarah Palin’s book is scheduled for release on Nov. 17.  (Associated Press / The Spokesman-Review)

A Palin PS 48 

In case you just can't wait another second, AP writer Richard T. Pienciak offers a sneak peek at Going Rogue here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20091112/ap_on_en_ot/us_books_palinYou can thank me later :-)

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Thursday Wild Card PM 47 

Sarah Palin is like blog gold to me. Whenever I blogsit, she makes the news. Most recently, it's her upcoming book-signing in CDA. But the last time I blogsat, she resigned as governor of Alaska.It's like she knows I'm out here. Alone. In the vast…

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Los Angeles police officers arrest a man in a Spider-Man costume in Hollywood on Wednesday. Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles Times)

APhoto of the Day 11 

Los Angeles police officers arrest a man in a Spider-Man costume in Hollywood on Wednesday. Los Angeles Times#1 Spider-can, Spider-can, going to the spider-can Taryn Hecker#2 Spiderman discovered to be the hundredth story peeping Tom that all the ladies feared. Liz#3 Animal control officers escort…

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The 10 Worst Unexpected Sequels of All Time 17 

10) The Odd Couple II9) The Sting I28) The Rage: Carrie 27) Pyscho II6) City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold (what the heck?)5) Caddyshack II4) Basic Instinct I23) Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (really?)2) Beyond the Poseidon Adventure (didn't the ship sink?)1)…

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During memorial services, former 49ers quarterback Joe Montana imitates coach Bill Walsh holding a cup "filled with margaritas" on the field. Associated Press
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Got $49 million to spare? 

During memorial services, former 49ers quarterback Joe Montana imitates coach Bill Walsh holding a cup "filled with margaritas" on the field. Associated PressIf you're looking for a home, Joe Montana is selling his "simple" retreat. "Standing in the upstairs living room on a brisk October…

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Debbie and Barry Officer and their children, from left, Suzanna, 13,  Peter, 12,  Polly, 12, Gus (top right back) and Samantha, 12, gather for a photo  at Franklin Park Nov. 3 in Spokane. (Dan Pelle / The Spokesman-Review)

Nine Seconds Can be an Eternity for Some 

Debbie and Barry Officer and their children, from left, Suzanna, 13, Peter, 12, Polly, 12, Gus (top right back) and Samantha, 12, gather for a photo at Franklin Park Nov. 3 in Spokane."Nine seconds. In America, every nine seconds a child is reported beaten, raped,…

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OtisG Checks In 12 

"Thanks, everyone. I'm starting day six at the hospital, and it's been interesting… to say the least." Since he posted this at 2:40 a.m., I'm thinking sleep may be difficult :-( Here's a link to the orginal report: http://www.spokesman.com/blogs/hbo/2009/nov/09/brent-andrews-otis-g-shreds-concrete-and-tibia/Remember you can send Otis G your…

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Good News/Bad News For Everybody 

"New claims for unemployment insurance fell more than expected last week, evidence the job market is slowly healing as the economy recovers.Still, many private economists and Federal Reserve officials worry the nation could be in for a “jobless recovery” as the unemployment rate rises despite…

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The $100 billion dollar question 10 

As the president and Congress face decisions regarding health care and troops for Afghanistan, NY Times columnist Nicholas Kristof poses this question: "These two choices have something in common — each has a bill of around $100 billion per year. So one question is whether…

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Cindy Hval (The Spokesman-Review)

Fall Season 

You didn't really think I wouldn't write about this did you? Sometimes column fodder just falls in your lap-- or something."All I know is one minute I was walking and talking and the next I was flying. Kind of. My takeoff was good, but my…

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World War II veteran Ray Daves recently went to Washington, D.C., thanks to Inland Northwest Honor Flight.  (FILE / The Spokesman-Review)

An Honorable Mission 

World War II veteran Ray Daves recently went to Washington, D.C., thanks to Inland Northwest Honor Flight."Last week Deer Park resident Ray Daves stood in front of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. He closed his eyes as sobering memories filled his mind.…

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Trees near the top of the mountain are rimmed with snow Tuesday at Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park.  (Jesse Tinsley)

Lookout Pass opens tomorrow 

Trees near the top of the mountain are rimmed with snow Tuesday at Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park. So, when my husband said he was going to a waxing clinic Tuesday night. I was so excited! Alas, it wasn't a hair-removal, back-waxing clinic for…

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Paddy's to Reopen 

"After undergoing a monthlong cleaning and refurbishing project, Paddy's Pub and Grill, an Irish sports bar and pool hall, will reopen under new owners today. Longtime residents of Coeur d'Alene, Pat and Chris Carper, father and son, purchased Paddy's in early October and began the…

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ORG XMIT: IDNCP401 A Boise State fan dons a pumpkin for a head during an NCAA college football game against San Jose State in Boise, Idaho, Saturday afternoon, Oct. 31, 2009. (AP Photo/Idaho Press-Tribune,Mike Vogt) ** MANDATORY CREDIT: MIKE VOGT/IDAHO PRESS-TRIBUNE ** (Mike Vogt / The Spokesman-Review)

Boise State vs. Idaho Rivalry Goes Airborne 21 

A Boise State fan dons a pumpkin for a head during an NCAA college football game against San Jose State in Boise, Idaho, Saturday afternoon, Oct. 31, 2009. (AP Photo/Idaho Press-Tribune,Mike Vogt)"The Boise State vs. Idaho rivalry has taken to some not-so-friendly skies. Idaho athletic…

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Spokelooneh: Reinstate the Draft? 10 

"Sometimes I think we should have a draft, we'd be less likely to engage in wars of choice, and you'd have fewer soldiers who have to go back again and again."I know several people who believe the U.S. should have mandantory military service. What do…

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ORG XMIT: NY123 In this image rendered from video and released by KMGH-TV in Denver, a hot-air balloon is seen over Colorado, near Fort Collins. A 6-year-old boy climbed into a hot-air balloon aircraft and floated away Thursday, forcing officials to scramble to figure out how to rescue the boy. Larimer County sheriff's spokeswoman Eloise Campanella says the device, which is shaped like a flying saucer, has the potential to rise to 10,000 feet. (AP Photo/KMGH-TV ) MANDATORY CREDIT; NO SALES (The Spokesman-Review)

Balloon Boy's Parents to Plead Guilty 

In this image rendered from video and released by KMGH-TV in Denver, a hot-air balloon is seen over Colorado, near Fort Collins. A 6-year-old boy climbed into a hot-air balloon aircraft and floated away Thursday, forcing officials to scramble to figure out how to rescue…

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Michael Phelps reacts after winning gold in 200-meter butterfly.  (Associated Press / The Spokesman-Review)

Phelps Flubs World Cup 

Michael Phelps reacts after winning gold in 200-meter butterfly. "Superman had krptonite. Micahel Phelps apparently has non-polyurethane swimsuits. While wearing an old-style swimsuit, the 14-time gold medalist failed to qualify for two of three finals at a World Cup meet in Sweden today. Phelps finished…

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Lou Dobbs Quits 24 

"CNN's Lou Dobbs, a lightning rod for criticism following his transition from a business journalist to an opinionated anchor on such issues as illegal immigration, told viewers on Wednesday that he was quitting his nightly show to pursue new opportunities."This will be my last broadcast,"…

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