Elvis influence boosts Graceland economy and Legions
The Presley estate earns big from records merchandise and Graceland while new ventures expand. A remixed song by DJ JXL fuels rising attendance and a greatest hits project aims to grow converts. Elvis licensed tunes to Liloand Stitch and models the Graceland Collection. A downtown ballpark Beale Street parade and Elvis memorabilia commerce underscore the impact with tourists and locals noting the enduring economic influence.
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Flipper Debate Divides Disabled Swimming Rules
Anneliese Eggert says USA Swimming matches IPC rules, urging swimmers to compete with what they have and avoid artificial aids. Hunter, a ninth grader, will try out for his high school team as the Georgi high school association approves the flipper. The Atlanta enien lenone whaship group of 3,000 children remains in limbo after the board resigned and lacks liability protection. Patty Levin notes the bank balance and injunction threat. Sarah Money highlights the lawsuit as a priority over the flipper issue.
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Elvis impersonator Freda keeps King legacy alive
On the anniversary of Elvis Presley's death, Freda Embracing his Tony Freda identity reflects on stage closeness, the pricing realities of tribute acts, and the enduring demand for Elvis. He notes the King is dead yet his music remains big business. He performs for service clubs and bars, charging 400 to 600 dollars per show while trimming his schedule to weed out lower paying gigs.
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Tax losses loom as York exit hits Elyria finances
City officials warn that the loss of York International and other firms has cut income tax revenue by about 1.0 million, delaying layoffs though not ruled out. Grace and Pileski cite a conservative budget, with 80 percent of costs in employee compensation, while pursuing industrial park development to attract new jobs.
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Lorain King s Woods Property Gets New Owner Developer
Correction: Anthony Zaremba is the new owner and developer of the King's Woods property in Lorain. A Thursday story had misidentified the owner.
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Teen shooter sentenced to 50 years to life in California
In San Diego County a 16 year old, Charles Andy Williams, was sentenced to 50 years to life for killing two students and wounding 13 at Santana High School in Santee on March 5 2001. The judge noted a difficult home life but no prior criminal record and Williams apologized saying he was sorry. He is eligible for parole in 2051 at age 65.
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