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The Clerk: Making small claims work for you

Sunday, May 4, 2008
Small Claims Court, known as a people’s court, settles legal disputes about money owed or the return of property totaling $5,000 or less. This is often called suing someone. Cases are sometimes heard by a judge, but there is normally no jury. Full story »
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On the Menu: What’s shakin’ at Margaritas

Wednesday, May 7, 2008
There are secrets inside Marco’s Margaritas that make this south of the border sensation more than just a cocktail with a Mexican flair. Let’s start with its namesake. Full story »
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Your Music Review: Alternative, pop is music to their hearts

Sunday, May 4, 2008
What’s your favorite musical artist and what song do you like best? I’m going to go with Ben Harper. I like alternative music. I like Mariah Carey’s “Touch My Body,” because I like that kind of music beat. Full story »
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Your Movie Review: TV on DVD allows viewers to catch up on plots

Sunday, May 4, 2008
Do you watch any TV shows on DVD? Yes, my husband rented “24” so we could catch up on the plot. Full story »
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Southwest of Somewhere: Aviation adventures on a new frontier

Sunday, May 4, 2008
Once upon a time in China, a young general and a small army were faced with overwhelming odds. The battle that was to take place the following day was inevitable and the young general was willing to try anything to help his men and improve his chances. From a nearby village, an old alchemist appeared and privately promised the general victory if a secret scheme and new idea could be employed. Full story »
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I’m Just Sayin’: Florida ... Another way to go, part 2

Sunday, April 13, 2008
As I was sayin’ — by that I refer to the chronicling of our car trip up Florida’s midsection to St. Augustine. It’s a trip worth taking, and the coming back south is as well. Full story »
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Down Yonder: A swim in the... sewer?

Sunday, May 4, 2008
“Biodegradable,” read the product label. “Concentrated Marine Degreaser.” “Well, hey, that’s pretty good,” the skipper said. “I’m always worried about putting harmful chemicals into the water. You can’t be too careful.” Full story »
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The Bookworm: Understanding struggles between mothers, daughters

Sunday, May 4, 2008
Practically since the beginning of time — or at least in the last couple hundred years — mothers who give birth to daughters have looked at those scrunchy newborn faces and into the future, with thoughts of playing dolls, making cookies, sharing secrets, and wearing mother-daughter dresses. Full story »
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In the Kitchen: Eric Phillips of Nacho Mama’s

Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Life is just a bowl of Nachos Grande for Eric Phillips, and if you factor in his cooking talents and business philosophy of treating his employees right at Nacho Mama’s cantina/restaurant — he could be in the running for the Marco Island Chamber of Commerce poster child (ahem, business) of the year! Full story »
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Night Lights: Psychologist turned jazz extraordinaire at Kurrents

Sunday, April 6, 2008
Starting his sixth year at Kurrent’s Restaurant in the Marco Island Marriott Hotel, Michael Cohen has established himself as a jazz saxophonist extraordinaire. Not only playing great standards everyone can relate to, he does such great improvisations that it will undoubtedly make you want to linger long after you’ve had dinner. His music is soothing to listen to and great for dancing, although the dance floor is small and intimate. Full story »
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