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US Marshals Service John Edwards Chipper In Newly Released Mugshot
For a man who had just been arrested, former US Sen. John Edwards sure looks chipper in his mugshot, which was released on Wednesday.
The one-time vice presidential hopeful was arrested in June on conspiracy and campaign law violation charges, to which he pleaded not guilty.
Elsa / Getty Images Boston Bruins Defeat Vancouver Canucks to Win Stanley Cup
So much for home ice advantage.
The Boston Bruins defeated the Vancouver Canucks, 4-0, on the Canucks’ home ice Wednesday night to win the Stanley Cup, the first time the franchise has claimed hockey’s holy grail since 1972.
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Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images Amarillo Area Heatwave & Drought Continues
The Amarillo area has been suffering from a drought since last year having received only .68 inches of water this year. Now, top that with a crippling heat wave and you can honestly say, the best thing that you can do is stay inside next to a nice cool air conditioner. Temperatures are to top 105 degrees today in Amarillo and that is hot enoug
Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Rick Perry Very Likely To Run For President In 2012
Sources say that Texas Governor Rick Perry is on the cusp of making an announcement for a Presidential Run in 2012. In light of the implosion of Newt Gingrich's campaign and information stating that there is a large East Coast interest in Perry's candidacy have spurred Perry to the edge of running. Having big money ready to support him right here in Texas, that aspect of the campaign should be covered. Now with Gingrich out of the running, there is no real Southern Voice to seek nomination of the party of the South.
Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Overcrowding In Potter County Jail Forces Examination By Officials
Potter County Officials are discussing either replacing or expanding the Potter County Detention Center due to the fact that there are not enough beds to house all of the inmates that are coming into the center. The safety of the officers as well as the inmates is being compromised by the overcrowding issue and must be addre
Photo by Pete Souza/The WHite House via Getty Images Amarillo Area Counties Ban The Use And Sale Of Fireworks
The question has been up in the air for a while now and we have now gotten our answer. Potter, Carson and Armstrong counties have temporarily banned the sale and use of any fireworks. These counties made a disaster declaration to Perry, and waiting on approval for a 30 day extension to reach through the July 4th holiday. Randall County has made no such declaration.
Flickr - Pirate Alice Amarillo Is A Main Stop For International Route 66 Festival
This will be a four day festival and bring Route 66 Enthusiasts from around the Globe! Route 66 is a place where anyone can find something they enjoy! Whether you're an antique buff, love old cars, or just love a little bit of the history, there will be something at the festival to get you goin'.
facebook Best Places to Take Dad on Father’s Day in Amarillo – James G’s Top Five
Father's day is fast approaching and you may be hurting for ideas for dad. Being a father myself here is my quick list of things that are tops for me on the big day.
1. Body Elegance Massage
Take dad to Academy Sports or a
Verizon Wireless Will Soon Phase Out Unlimited Data Plans — Dollars and Sense May 18, 2012
Minorities Continue to Grow As They Pass Whites in US Births May 18, 2012
Jimmy Kimmel Owns Late Night With Wins Over Letterman and Leno May 18, 2012
Why Everyone — Even Children — Needs to Wear Sunglasses May 18, 2012
