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Thursday, November 11, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, November 11, 2010

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Sunny, clear, and very windy

Luckily, I didn’t open up an umbrella this morning while standing in the driveway or I might have done the Mary Poppins thing. The weather watchers say we’re getting gusts between 40-60 mph today with winds 20-to-30 mph. The winds felt more powerful than that in my neighborhood. In Burbank around 7 a.m., the winds were howling and roaring through the hillside […]

Thursday, November 11, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, November 11, 2010

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In South Korea President Obama speaks on the purpose of Veterans Day

On this Veterans Day, President Barack Obama rallied more than a thousand of our troops, U.S. civilians, their families, and several hundred South Korean veterans at the U.S. military headquarters in South Korea — Yongsan Army Garrison in Seoul. President Barack Obama: “Now, on this day, we honor every man and woman who has ever worn the uniform of the United States of […]

Thursday, November 11, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, November 11, 2010

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Special salute to our veterans

All sorts of events and celebrations are going on today in honor of American military veterans. Here are just a few of the special Veterans Day events here locally. Veterans Day Ceremony This morning 11 a.m., at the McCambridge Park War Memorial, the corner of Amherst Drive and San Fernando Road in Burbank. The event will feature the Burbank Community Band, St. […]

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, November 10, 2010

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Crime Alert: Auto burglaries in Burbank

In Burbank, auto burglaries have become more than a nuisance. The problem is starting to tarnish the city’s already battered reputation. Not only are the locals talking about “all those auto burglaries,” but so are folks who come into the Media City for entertainment or to work. A friend of mine who lives in Pasadena, sometimes drives to town to see a movie at the AMC. She […]

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, November 10, 2010

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Former President George W. Bush back in the spotlight

Even if you disagree with his politics or hold him accountable for leaving the country with two wars, a huge deficit, and in a financial/economical meltdown, Ex-President, George W. Bush, is still an intriguing study. The 43rd president is on the talk show circuit promoting his new book, “Decision Points.” Apparently the president is doing a bang up job. Today “Decision Points,” Bush’s look […]

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, November 9, 2010

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“Conan” debuts with solid ratings

Former “Tonight Show” Host/Comic, Conan O’Brien, appears to have made a triumphant return to late night TV. “Conan” debuted late night on TBS and according to The Wrap whipped the competition. In the Nielsen’s 56 metered markets, Conan rated a 2.8, Leno got a 2.7 , and Letterman a 2.5. On the TBS website today, the comedy network crowed about the late […]

Monday, November 8, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, November 8, 2010

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“Megamind 3D” big but not great at Box Office

The DreamWorks animation,”Megamind 3D,” debuted at the top of the weekend Box Office, with $46 million — but that was below expectation. The film had been expected to exceed the $50 million mark. Nevertheless, the debut was good enough to earn “Megamind 3D” the title of the number one film in the country. The family-friendly feature is about supervillians and superheroes battling […]

Monday, November 8, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, November 8, 2010

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Breaking News: A new Michael Jackson song — is it real or fake?

A cut from a new soon-to-be-released Michael Jackson album hit the airways and the Internet today and already there’s a controversy. The song, “Breaking News,” has the funky beat and sound of a King of Pop track — but is the voice that of the late superstar? That is the much-debated question today. Sony Records is releasing the album,”Michael,” next month on December 14, and reportedly has […]

Sunday, November 7, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, November 7, 2010

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City Buzz

Two candidates jump into the Burbank City Council race As of last Friday morning, two eager candidates, both with experience in city government, are off and running for two seats on the Burbank City Council. The first to sign up on the candidate’s list on Monday, November first, the first official day of the nomination period , Planning Board Vice-Chair, Emily Gabel-Luddy. Burbank Police […]