A Columms Edge On Fishing Myths And Motives
A columnist reflects on past fishing pieces and admits controversy for challenging common reasons people fish. He notes the idea of fishing being simple is misleading and plans to continue questioning stated motives and societal myths surrounding the activity.
Wade McKinney Leaves Shafter for Atascadero City Manager Job
After 11 years in Shafter Wade McKinney accepts an $89 986 per year city manager post in Atascadero starting Sept 1 The Atascadero News profile and The Press praise his economic gains but critics claim a heavy handed style led to lawsuits conflicts with the police chief alleged misconduct and state audit questions about misused funds amid ongoing litigation and questions about his ethics and leadership.
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First $1 Million Bass Tournament At Lake Minnetonka
The first one million dollar bass contest was held at Lake Minnetonka Minnesota. Jim Moynagh won top prize of two hundred thousand dollars after using Risto Rap crankbaits S.W.A.T. jig and craw Roll R jigs. Kevin Wirth earned one hundred thousand dollars. That evening contestants drank around a bonfire without their spouses. Next week Dove hunting.
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Why does God allow His people to be deceived
The author argues that deception is possible when Christians drift from the gospel and add human wisdom or works. Paul warns against different gospels and urges believers to stand firm in the truth of the cross and the gospel of salvation seen in scriptures. God allows deception only when believers fail to hold fast to the gospel.
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California budget standoff underscores split political system
The article argues California's chronic budget gridlock results from voters electing a Republican governor while handing Democrats control of the Legislature. It contends this split party governance produces late budgets, higher taxes or welfare, and delayed payments to contractors, with the public bearing the effects.
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Football season returns with NFL biases and hype
A skeptic preview notes the NFL season starts next week as basketball and hockey end. Southern California stands light on NFL teams while Chargers likely finish low. The piece questions dynasties, talent dilution, and the legitimacy of hype as expansion teams push toward the Super Bowl.
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Charlotte Panthers
Jacksonville Jaguars
New England Patriots
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Las Vegas
America
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