With my new Mac Book, I have after-hours and weekend access to my Spokesman-Review e-mail. In other words, you can get a message to me that way, if you see something on the blog that seems over the top. Or if you have a question. I check my e-mail a coupla times a day or night when I'm home. I've set out several things below to get you started this weekend, including a comment by Councilwoman Deanna Goodlander re: the LCDC. I can't imagine anything that's left to say on the subject. But I've been wrong before. It has a tinfoil feeling to it. Anyway, I hope you have a good weekend and get rested up for another fun-filled Huckleberries Online week, beginning Monday. Now, for your Saturday Wild Card ...

Revised ISLA up for markup on Thursday

The committee has worked very closely with [Guam] Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo's office and my office in amending this bill. They listened very carefully to the testimony at the field hearing in August, and I feel have made significant improvements to the bill," said Tenorio. Congress determinedHe said the U.S. Congress is still determined to pass this bill during the 110th Congress despite the strong opposition presented by the Fitial administration, business organizations, and local CNMI groups to the proposed federal takeover."I am grateful that they have taken the time to consider the views and opinions of the people of the Commonwealth in their deliberations. I am returning to Washington to be present at the mark-up and be available if any member of the committee wishes to ask me any questions," said Tenorio.

Falkirk rally to upend Hearts

TWO goals in three minutes consigned Hearts to a seventh consecutive game without victory as Falkirk came from behind to record three points on Saturday. The inluential Russell Latapy entered the fray to inspire the overhauling of a 1-0 deficit following Ruben Palazuelos' first-half header for Hearts. It was the Spaniard's first goal since arriving in Scotland. The Tynecastle side had dominated the first 45 minutes, however a revitalised Falkirk emerged after the interval and scored twice in a three-minute span late in the game through Carl Finnigan and Michael Higdon. The result leaves the Tynecastle side ninth in the SPL and toiling to cope with the relegation battle that is now upon them. .

Everton apply to enter Intertoto Cup

The Toffees are currently fourth in the Premier League, which would be good enough to earn them qualification for the preliminary rounds of next season's Champions League.

Intuit Completes Acquisition of Electronic Clearing House

The integration of ECHO's technology and operational assets is expected to help accelerate Intuit's growth and strengthen its expanding small business ecosystem that includes the fast-growing payments segment. ECHO's products and services will be available on a standalone basis and as part of Intuit's small business financial services portfolio.

About Intuit Inc.

Intuit Inc. is a leading provider of business and financial management solutions for small and mid-sized businesses; financial institutions, including banks and credit unions; consumers and accounting professionals. Its flagship products and services, including QuickBooks®, Quicken® and TurboTax® software, simplify small business management and payroll processing, personal finance, and tax preparation and filing.

Dan Celia Asks - Whose Money is it Anyway

MEDIA ADVISORY, Feb. 22 /Christian Newswire/ -- During this first quarter of 2008, American citizens are more concerned about the economy than they have been in the past decade. A looming recession, a downward spiral in the stock market and discouraged investors bring Dan Celia, Executive Director of the Regency Foundation, to ask a startling question: Just whose money is it anyway?With a unique perspective on financial issues, Dan Celia answers that question. "Remember, it's all God's. Because of this fact, we must become the finest stewards of the gifts God has bestowed upon us. This is true in every aspect of life and it is especially true when it comes to the money the Lord has allowed us to manage. The Bible talks about money over one hundred times, which means it is critical that we exercise discipline and good stewardship while employing biblical principles with our money."The Regency Foundation, a 501C3 non-profit organization, exists to help individuals and organizations biblically plan, invest in stocks, bonds and real estate and give wisely to biblically-based organizations across the United States.

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