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Kitsap library system enriches lives

As futurist Alvin Toffler once wrote, "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn." With technology and globalization changing the world in which we live, work and play, the mission of the Kitsap Regional Library - to serve the community as a center for lifelong ...


SK students set to return to class on Wednesday

Bells will be ringing across the South Kitsap School District next week. School begins Wednesday throughout SKSD.


He's been working on the railroad

Joe Sommer may not oversee the largest railroad empire around, but it's arguably the most impressive in Manchester.


Riders take to the streets to fight pet overpopulation

Motorcycle enthusiasts will do what they do best on Saturday — jump on their hogs and hit the road.


Election 2010

In politics, it is common for incumbents to present fairly detailed plans for governing and challengers to have more vague offerings.


US News
Earl weakens as rain, waves whip N.C. islands
Hurricane Earl weakens to a Category 2 storm with rain and 110 mph winds bearing down on North Carolina's Outer Banks and threatening the Eastern Seaboard.
LA police ID owner of trunk containing baby bodies

Investigators have identified the owner of a trunk in which the mummified remains of two babies were found, bringing them a step closer to solving the intriguing international mystery.



Woman in acid attack recounts agonizing pain
Bethany Storro had just bought a pair of sunglasses and was celebrating a new job when a woman walked up to her with a cup and said: "Hey pretty girl, do you want to drink this?"

BBC World News
Mexican clash 'kills 27 gunmen'
Twenty-seven suspected drug gang members are killed in a clash with troops near the US border, Mexico's army says, hours after the country's president vows to continue the fight against drug cartels.
China warships end Burma visit
The first visit of Chinese warships to Burma ends as top Burmese leader Than Shwe prepares to visit Beijing, highlighting the two country's close ties.
Indian wrestlers fail dope tests
Four Indian wrestlers from the Commonwealth Games team face suspension after failing dope tests barely a month before the beginning of the event.
Japan imposes new Iran sanctions
Japan imposes new sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme but maintains its oil import schedule.
India Maoists 'kill policeman'
Maoist rebels in the Indian state of Bihar say they have killed one of four policemen they have been holding hostage.

Sports News
Pryor, No. 2 OSU pick apart Marshall in opener

Terrelle Pryor tossed three touchdown passes, Brandon Saine rushed for 103 yards and two scores and No. 2 Ohio State rolled over error-prone Marshall 45-7 on Thursday night in a tuneup for a big date with Miami.



Harris, No. 13 Miami roll, look ready for Ohio St.

Jacory Harris threw for 210 yards and three touchdowns before sitting out the second half, Leonard Hankerson caught six passes for 115 yards and two scores, and No. 13 Miami rolled past Florida A&M 45-0 Thursday night in the season-opener for both teams.



Steelers have more QB worries: Leftwich hurt

Steelers quarterback Byron Leftwich, expected to replace Ben Roethlisberger during his suspension, injured his left knee in the second quarter as Pittsburgh beat the starter-less Carolina Panthers 19-3 on Thursday.



Utah knocks off No. 15 Pittsburgh in OT

Utah freshman Brian Blechen intercepted a pass on the first play of overtime, setting up Joe Phillips for a 21-yard field goal that gave the Utes a 27-24 victory against No. 15 Pittsburgh on Thursday night.



U.S. teen Capra to face Sharapova at Open

18-year-old Beatrice Capra, a wild-card entry ranked 371st, upset 18th-seeded Aravane Rezai of France 7-5, 2-6, 6-3 on Thursday to keep her Grand Slam debut on track. Next up is a third-round match against former No. 1 Maria Sharapova.



Politics News
Wary of tea party, GOP attacks Senate candidate

Delaware Republicans call Senate hopeful Christine O'Donnell a liar who "could not be elected dog catcher" in a fierce attack that underscores GOP fears of the tea party-backed candidate knocking off top recruit Rep. Mike Castle and winning the nomination.



Army 'birther' loses ruling on evidence
An Army judge rules that proof of President Barack Obama's eligibility to be president isn't relevant to the defense of an Army doctor accused of failing to obey a lawful order.
Israelis, Palestinians to meet every two weeks
Israeli and Palestinian leaders opened direct peace talks under U.S. auspices on Thursday and agreed to meet every two weeks to try to forge a deal within a year.
Arizona governor stumbles during debate

Gov. Jan Brewer stumbled and stammered through her opening statement during a televised debate Wednesday night, suffering through an embarrassing, cringe-eliciting pause that lasted more than 10 seconds.



DOJ sues Arizona's Sheriff Arpaio
In an atmosphere of tension between the federal government and Arizona, the Justice Department today dialed it up some more, filing a lawsuit against Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio -- accusing him, the county, and his office with failing to cooperate with a civil rights investigation of his office.

Discovery News Headlines
Hungry Elephants Are No Match for Fearless Ants
Talk about your David and Goliath story: ant colonies have found a way to ward elephants away from their turf with painful, precise attacks.
Yellowstone Hot Spot Shreds Ancient Pacific Ocean
A new study has found that the mantle plume that feeds Yellowstone's famous geysers is even more powerful than anyone ever thought.
Earth's Animals Face Grim Future
A major extinction event is taking place now, with many wondering what animals will disappear from the planet forever.
NPR: Keeping Trapped Chilean Miners Sane (Featuring Discovery News)
In response to the article "Can NASA Help Trapped Chilean Miners?", Discovery News space producer Ian O'Neill was asked to appear as a guest on NPR's "Talk of the Nation" program.
Vietnam's Illegal Wildlife Trade Exposed
Over 850 pounds of illegal wildlife from nearly 20 species was just seized from restaurants in Vietnam, according to the Wildlife Conservation Society.

Health and Wellness News
Osteoporosis drugs may raise throat cancer risk
Researchers say new findings shouldn't affect patients taking bisphosphonates, but said the medicines should be watched closely. Other  studies have been divided over whether the risk is real.
When animal rescuers become animal hoarders

Linda Bruno called her Pennsylvania cat rescue the land of milk and tuna. It thrived for years as people sent pets they couldn't care for from hundreds of miles away — unaware it was a death camp for cats.



No Pampers link to rash cases, safety groups say
Two agencies investigating claims that Procter & Gamble Co's Pampers Dry Max gave children severe diaper rash reported Thursday that they have found no specific cause linking the diapers to rashes.
theGrio: Why the FDA must curb cough syrup abuse
YouTube search the term "DXM." You'll find thousands of videos that chronicle the adventures teenagers "robotripping," or getting high on dextromethorphan.
Text messages little help in remembering the Pill
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A cell phone text message -- and the buzz or beep that signals its arrival -- may not help a woman remember to pop her birth control pill, a new study suggests.

Entertainment News
Kutcher slams tabloid over cheating story

The actor hit his Twitter account to lash out at Star magazine, which claimed in its latest issue that his marriage to Demi Moore "is in danger of falling apart."



Paris' not-my-bag claim undone by her Twitpic?

When the heiress was arrested in Las Vegas, she claimed the Chanel purse containing a bindle of cocaine wasn't hers, and a Twitpic she posted in July may be proof she's not telling the truth.



Who will survive the 'True Blood' season finale?

Despite what looked to be impending doom of some characters on the Aug. 28 episode, many of the show's newbies will be back for season four, according to sources.



Michael Lohan: 'God wants me to' open rehab
His estranged daughter Lindsay is one of the most well-known rehab patients in the world -- and now Michael Lohan is on a mission to open his own rehab facility in California
Zsa Zsa Gabor leaves hospital
The star, whose health has been failing in recent months since she fell and broke her hip, has returned home after being hospitalized this week, her spokesman said on Thursday.

Oddly Enough
Ancient pre-Inca royals uncovered
Sep 01 - Archaeologists in Peru discover a burial site from an ancient civilization that predates the Incas and would have been in existence near the time of Christ. Tara Cleary reports.



Models aim to trample breast cancer
Sep 01 - Photographer Nigel Barker snaps top fashion models as they don boots to raise money to stomp out breast cancer. Gemma Haines reports.



New York Times Homepage
U.S. Is Urged to Lift Ban on Foreign Scholars
Academic and civil liberties groups are calling for a break with the Bush administration’s policies on blocking visas of some scholars, writers and activists.
At Russia’s 2014 Olympic Site, Games Begin
A political sideshow is gearing up among candidates vying to become mayor of Sochi before the Winter Olympics.

Quote of the Day
Rand Beers
"The precondition to freedom is security."

How to of the Day
Going away to school? Here's how to stock up your college pantry
College (or university) is a time in your life when you are learning many things. Outside your academic studies, college may be when you learn to live on your own, to keep up your own home, and so on. A big part of that is learning to cook for yourself, and it is easiest to cook regularly if you keep some ingredients on hand. That's where your pantry comes in.

Ask Yahoo
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...

Healthy Recipes
Super Foods: Lemon Pepper Green Beans | Submitted By: Annette Byrdy
Green beans are tossed with almonds which have been sauteed in butter with lemon pepper.
Dairy-Free Recipes: Grandma's Famous Salmon Cakes | Submitted By: JESS4UANDME
Simple and tasty pan fried salmon cakes! Just salmon, eggs, onion and black pepper. Mix it all up, shape into patties and you are ready to go! Great with macaroni and cheese.
Healthy Main Dish Recipes: Mediterranean Chicken with Eggplant | Submitted By: thepamperedchefny
I've learned to make this dish from my grandmother who still lives on the shore of the Mediterranean.
Diabetic Recipes: Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash | Submitted By: sherry
Acorn squash are stuffed with a mixture of cornbread, mushrooms, and wild rice flavored with sage to make an impressive vegetarian main course that's fit for a special occasion or holiday meal.
Low-Cholesterol Recipes: Spiced Orange Cider Mix | Submitted By: Annette Lawless
There is nothing more soothing than a hot cup of spiced orange cider on a cold winter's night. Just add hot water!

Home Improvement
What to do about Low Water Pressure
Low water pressure usually results when you've been forced to turn on two different plumbing fixtures at the same time, whether they are the outside garden hose, the kitchen...What to do about Low Water Pressure
Nesting Tables: 3-in-1 Furniture
Have you ever seen those Russian stacking dolls where one set of figurines rests inside another, diminishing in size as they reach towards the middle? This is the concept...Read more about Nesting Tables
Reclaimed Wood: Why Buy New When You Can Reuse?
Everything always comes back into fashion. Whether its retro clothing, vintage cars, or designer antiques, people love it when the past catches up to the present again...Read more about Reclaimed Wood
Drawer Slide Solutions for Sticky Situations
Many homes, older ones in particular, are full of drawers that are prone to getting stuck, too loose, or simply unstable. Installing a drawer slide is one way to alleviate...Read more about Drawer Slide
Home Alarm Installation: Keep your Family and Property Safe
A safe home is a happy home. The peace of mind that comes from having a security system in place is becoming ever more important for today's homeowners. Due to this trend...Read more about Alarm Installation

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