Thursday, July 16, 2009 - Posts

• Twitter - For Sale ?

  Twitter - For Sale? Not yet, but maybe next year. That's what some are reading into some documents. Some think maybe Twitter will either be sold or have an IPO next year.  See it - Link it: Business Insider Article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:43 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• The Media Screwed Up: - No Econmic Growth

  Business Big Shot - Nouriel  Roubini sets the record straight - he does NOT see any economic growth this year. He even put out a press release: “It has been widely reported today that I have stated that the recession will be over “this Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:35 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• The Most 'Hobophobic' City in California is...

  The Most 'Hobophobic' City in California is... No.... its not Fresno.  According to a national homeless advocacy group Los Angeles is the most Hobophobic city in the country. (They call it the 'meanest' city...) See it - link it: Hobophobic Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 10:07 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Very Cool - High Definition - Man on the Moon - NASA (Three pix)

  High Definition - Man on the Moon - NASA  The folks at NASA have released new high definition pictures and video of  things like Neil Armstrong climbing down the lunar module ladder to the lunar surface. HD... Video too... See Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 9:58 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Why Paul Rodriguez - Is now a Republican

  Actor and comedian Paul Rodriguez - is now a Republican. The reason(s)? The delta smelt The drought The Democratic party The Endangered Species Act And the list goes on. Newsbusters has a great article on Paul Rodriquez  and the Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 9:46 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Starbucks... Adds Alcohol to Menu...

  Starbucks... Adds Alcohol to Menu... Starbucks Corp. says its dropping its name from one of its Seattle-area stores - and adding alcohol to the menu. (Starbucks will still own the store) Its still Starbucks - but the name will be changed to: Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:29 PM by godogs | 4 Comments

• Robbers - Rob - Pirate: Orlando Bloom's Home Hit

  Robbers - Rob - Pirate:  Orlando Bloom's Home Hit Pirates of the Caribbean star Orlando Bloom is out about $500,000. Someone burglarized his Hollywood Hills home. No suspects yet. See it - Link it: Fox news article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 8:04 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• How to Stop ... Mosquito Bites

  One popular option is DEET. Another option is Eucalyptus. (Oil of lemon Eucalyptus - can act as a repellent.) Or - "Bite Blocker"  uses soy beans.... For the whole list: See it - Link it: How to Stop ... Mosquito Bites Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:58 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• What NOT to buy at.... Dollar Stores

  With the recession - Dollar stores are more popular than ever. But be careful what you buy. (A new report says some items could be dangerous for your kids) See it - Link it: Dollar Store Danger? Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:51 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Need a Job? There's an app for that - iPhone

  Need a Job?  There's an app for that  - iPhone Chicago based Careerbuilder.com is taking job searching mobile. Careerbuilder  - is taking advantage of  what iPhone has to offer. You can download the Careerbuilder mobile job Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:45 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Salvation Army - Christmas in July - Need $$

  The Salvation Army - needs help - helping others. Donations are down. In Chattanooga -  they're putting on their:   Christmas in July program. (Its another sign of how tough things are for some.) See it - Link Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:13 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Lodi – Big Sewer Rate Hike - Stinks

  Lodi – Big Sewer Rate Hike - Stinks   This week the city of Lodi decided to move forward with a 73% sewer rate hike for homeowner.   (The full price hit won’t come until 2012)   Some say the news stinks.   See it – Link it: Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:12 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Unhealthy Future – California Health Care

  Unhealthy Future – California Health Care   A new report shows almost one million Californians – could lose their health insurance coverage over a three-year period.   Some of the reasons: Rising insurance costs Unemployment. See Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:11 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Taking one for the Team - City Manager

  Taking one for the Team - City Manager   The city of Ceres is facing a projected $2.3 million dollar shortfall.   The city manager is doing his part and has agreed to a $16 thousand dollar cut in his pay and benefits.   Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 7:10 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• West Nile in Dinuba?

  West Nile in Dinuba?   A dead bird in Dinuba – has tested positive for West Nile virus.   See it – Link it:   Visalia Times-Delta article   Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:51 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Solar Power: San Diego vs San Francisco

  Solar Power:  San Diego vs San Francisco   Remember when the Governor (before our state budget crisis) – called for one million solar roofs in California?   Well, we’ve got a long way to go…   (We’re up to almost 50,000)   Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:50 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Valley Farmers – Dig Deep - But at what cost?

  Valley Farmers – Dig Deep … for water.   Underground water levels continue to drop and so, the North San Joaquin Water Conservation District is going deep to get much needed water.   But at what cost?   See it – Link it:   Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:49 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Kern County Library – BIG Cuts - Budget and hours ..

  Kern County Library – Cuts Budget and hours   Expect BIG cuts in staffing and hours at libraries in Kern County.   (Maybe open only a few days a week)   See it – Link it:   Bakersfield Californian article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:47 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• No Fun Furloughs - Fresno State

  No Fun Furloughs - Fresno State   “Nonfaculty” union members at Fresno State – have voted to accept a plan – that could force them to take two unpaid furlough days a month.   See it – Link it:   Fresno Bee article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:46 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Going Deep - California - Peripheral Canal

  Going Deep - California - Peripheral Canal   It’s not much… but it’s a step in the right direction.   Next month drilling will get underway to start exploring “possible” intake sites for a new peripheral canal.   (That’s potential Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:45 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Stockton – No Police layoffs – Yet…

  Stockton – No Police layoffs – Yet…   Potentially good news for Stockton police.   The city has come up with a deal to potential plan to cancel planned police layoffs.   See it – Link it:   Stockton Record article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:44 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• We need it – We’ll take it

  We need it – We’ll take it   It’s not here yet, but the House has approved a $33 billion energy and water bill.   (Some of that money – could help Valley Farmers)   See it - Link it:   Fresno Bee article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:43 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• California Water – 'THE' 2010 – Campaign Theme ?

  California Water – THE 2010 – Campaign Theme ?   Insurance commissioner, and GOP gubernatorial hopeful Steve Poizner came to Fresno Yesterday.   Part of his pitch on KMJ radio – was helping the valley get water.   See it – Link it: Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:42 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• 401 K fund down? – File a lawsuit.

  401 K fund down? – File a lawsuit.   CalPERS has filed a lawsuit in an effort to recover Billions of dollars lost when the market suffered a major hit.   (The portfolio – lost about 25 percent of its value)   So who pays for it all? Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:42 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Taxing times - California Corporations?

  Taxing times - California Corporations?   Could be.   Several groups are trying to get a ballot initiative for next year.   The idea is to close certain “Tax loopholes” for corporations.   The state wants to collect another Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:40 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• "Cashing in" - On California’s IOU’s?

  "Cashing in" - On California’s IOU’s?   In New York, a trading firm now has an electronic market for California IOUs.   What’s in it for you..?   And what’s in it for them?   See it – Link it:   Sacramento Bee articl Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:39 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• There’s a Pothole in your budget..

  There’s a Pothole in your budget.   One way leaders in Sacramento hope to close that $26 billion dollar budget short fall is to take (steal – borrow)  “fuel-tax funds” from your city and your county.   (Part of those fuel-tax funds Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:37 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• CBS - David Letterman On a Roll....

  Good news for David Letterman and CBS ! New figures show David Letterman's CBS "Late Show" is taking care of NBC's "Tonight" show with Conan O'Brien . Letterman continues to make headlines. (You of course can see Letterman on CBS 47 after CBS Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:22 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Flying Squid - San Diego (Pix)

  You can't make this stuff up. In San Diego they're dealing with thousands of jumbo flying squid. Apparently - they're aggressive and are causing problems for scuba divers. See it - Link it: Breitbart Article Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 6:15 PM by godogs | 0 Comments Attachment(s): squid.jpg

• Budget Break-down – Who’s to blame?

  Budget Break-down – Who’s to blame?   In the Los Angeles Times, the answer to the question is clear in George Skelton’s column.   See it – Link it:   Skelton column in LA Times Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:49 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• “Live within our Means..” – Not Possible?

  “Live within our Means..” –  Not Possible?   Apparently it’s not possible.   Or maybe it’s just really hard to do – according to Assembly member Noreen Evans.   (Yes, she’s a democrat.)   She defends her position.   Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:49 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• It’s a numbers game – Juan Arambula.

  It’s a numbers game – Juan Arambula.   Independent assembly member Juan Arambula – has hired  Tim Gage (Former Finance director for Gray Davis) to help sort out the state’s present budget mess.   See it – Link it:   Fresno Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:48 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Budgeting 101 – Its all about schools..

  Budgeting  101 – Its all about schools.. The problem with that budget deal in Sacramento yesterday can be summed up on one word:  Schools. In California schools take up roughly half of the state’s budget. Some want schools to get more money Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:47 PM by godogs | 0 Comments

• Union’s fight furloughs - Strike?

  State Union’s fight furloughs   The president of the Service Employees International Union Local 1000 – says no to more furloughs.   But will union workers call for a strike?   Could be…   See it – Link it:   Sacramento Read More posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 5:47 PM by godogs | 0 Comments