Monthly Archives: December 2006

Rocky rocked after all

Posted on December 29, 2006 by cscheler

All too often, we go and see flicks with high expectations, only to be let down immensely afterwards. “King Kong.” “Star Wars: Episode 1.” Even “Borat” to a degree. Anyway, I’m home in the DC area for the week between … Continue reading →

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Need a little inspiration?

Posted on December 28, 2006 by cscheler

After work, I went to see “Before the Music Dies” at Appalachian Brewing Company in Harrisburg. It was one of the best documentaries I’ve seen, seriously. It was made by two music fans, who traveled the country talking to music … Continue reading →

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Names I know

Posted on December 27, 2006 by jen vogelsong

Standing in line to order lunch at my local Panera yesterday, I saw a front-page story that James Brown had died. I felt like jumping up and down with pride. I know that sounds a bit odd, but bear with … Continue reading →

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Officially an Apple-head

Posted on December 26, 2006 by cscheler

The day after Christmas is when you delve into your new presents — figure out how that thing really works, see if your new clothing actually fits and count up all of your gift cards. One of my favorite presents … Continue reading →

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Start your diet next month

Posted on December 22, 2006 by nicki lefever

Shame on Sheetz. Sheetz is one of my favorite places to eat because their sandwiches and wraps are healthy and fast. I’ve always admired their clever advertising. I smiled at their saucy coffee bean with clever comments to promote their … Continue reading →

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still in the box

Posted on December 21, 2006 by jen vogelsong

So, I got an MP3 player as part of my 2006 “technology resolution.” The resolution was three-pronged: to upgrade my computer, learn to use a scanner, and to enter the world of digital music. I took care of the first … Continue reading →

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Open casting call for Survivor and Amazing Race

Posted on December 19, 2006 by cscheler

Who’s going to try out? CBS will be holding casting calls for two of its biggest reality shows on Jan. 13 at the Harrisburg Mall. More details can be found here: http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor_application/ http://www.cbs.com/primetime/amazing_race_application/casting_call.html If you think you might try out, … Continue reading →

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Days when I like my job…

Posted on December 18, 2006 by cscheler

If there’s anything I’ve learned in my one year at the York Daily Record, it’s that it’s hard to get people to call you. No, I’m not talking about waiting for sources to call me back. I’m talking about feedback. … Continue reading →

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FlipSide + Beer Pong = Love

Posted on December 13, 2006 by cscheler

Hey, folks. Get out to Fat Daddy’s tonight and compete in the monthlong beer pong competition they have going on there. It’s sponsored by yours truly! The competition takes place every Wednesday at 10 p.m., but make sure you get … Continue reading →

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R.I.P. Green Lantern creator

Posted on December 12, 2006 by cscheler

Martin Nodell, the creator of the comic book superhero Green Lantern, who uses his magical ring to help him fight crime, has died at the age of 91 of natural causes. The idea for the superhero came in 1940, when … Continue reading →

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