APhoto Of The Day — 2/4/09

Brandon Dennis, right, and his friend Elliott Barringer carry Dennis’ pet python back home after she escaped from his Ramona Drive house in San Luis Obispo, Calif. on Monday. (AP Photo/The Tribune, Joe Johnston)

Top Cutlines:

• 1. President Obama’s appointment to the Snake Board of America is carried off in shame after it was discovered by the Associated Press that his handler failed to file an income tax for 2005-2006. His handler didn’t return phone calls — Joker.
• 2. Struggling to play his tenor sax after the python ate it, Brandon says “I hope you’re full, Monty” — John Austin.
• 3. A new rodent control service has taken to the streets. Owner Brandon Dennis states, “We are excited to offer a green solution for your rodent problems” — Sparky
• HM: Nick Adams