Protesters in Lake Worth call gay-marriage ban setback for civil rights

Extra Special Treat - Shiba Inu - Puppy Cam - LIVE!

About Shiba Inu Puppy Cam
Tune in daily to see the cutest Shiba Inu pups... EVER! ;)

The six Shiba Inu pups (3 boys and 3 girls) turned 5 weeks old on November 11th. This is the first litter from their mom, Kika.

Girls:
- Autumn (Purple collar) - 3 lbs 5.8 oz (as of Nov 11th)
- Ayumi (Yellow collar) - 3 lbs 3.4 oz (as of Nov 11th)
- Amaya (Red collar) - 3 lbs 6.6 oz (as of Nov 11th)

Boys:
- Aki (Green collar) - 4 lbs 0.4 oz (as of Nov 11th)
- Akoni (Black collar) - 3 lbs 12.6 oz (as of Nov 11th)
- Ando (Blue collar) - 4 lbs 1.2 oz (as of Nov 11th)

If you would like to view the pups in a larger window, go here: http://www.ustream.tv/videoplayerpopup/channel/317016

For more information on the Shiba Inu go here - http://www.shibas.org/docs/Shiba_Brochure_color2.pdf

Please do NOT purchase pet store (puppy mill) puppies!
Do your research to locate reputable breeders in your area.

Another option would be to consider adopting a rescue Shiba http://www.shibas.org/rescue.html

Go here for info on AKC breed standards - http://www.akc.org/breeds/shiba_inu/

Go here for info on Nippo breed standards - http://www.shibaweb.com/nihonken.htm

No pity here for whiny owners of John G's

Letter to the editor from Erin Allen in today's paper. Click title for link.

Shuttle launch as seen from my driveway...

Probably would have been better as a movie. All the neighbors that were home came out to see it - much excitement!

Night Shuttle Launch - 7:55 p.m.

Always fun to see at night if the weather cooperates. Great for the kids to see too. Click title for NASA link.

From the Lake Worth Herald...

Go Dave! You're raking in the endorsements
- let's make sure everyone votes this Tuesday!

Vote on the 18th - The Only Choice...

Return Vespo; fix runoff

On Tuesday, Lake Worth voters choose between two good candidates in a runoff for the District 4 city commission seat. The Post recommends incumbent Dave Vespo.

Since his election in 2006, Commissioner Vespo and his colleagues have made significant progress on many of Lake Worth's basic problems - crime, water, electricity, the public beach. Merging the city's police force with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office was the slam-dunk among the bunch, and Commissioner Vespo was the strongest supporter. The city has more officers on the streets and access to many more resources. His opponent, Suzanne Mulvehill, opposed the merger.

The Palm Beach Post gets it right. Click title for link. Also a good idea about an "instant run-off" instead of the current system.

West Palm Beach to spend $127 million to boost economy

"Business leaders at the meeting included representatives of banks and construction firms and Kelly Smallridge of the Business Development Board. Smallridge urged Frankel to make it easier for businesses to get permits.

And Frankel said she's considering a "buy-local" campaign that will urge holiday shoppers to spend their money in West Palm Beach."

Hello, Mayor and Commissioners of Lake Worth - what are you doing to help?

The Palm Beach County Human Rights Council has endorsed Dave Vespo in Tuesday's election On November 18th

On November 4, Dave Vespo received 42% of the vote -- more than each of the other two candidates. However, since the Lake Worth City Charter requires a runoff when no candidate receives a majority of votes, PBCHRC is asking all Lake Worth voters to go to the polls on Tuesday, November 18 and cast their ballots to re-elect Commission Dave Vespo.

Over the years, Dave has been one of our strongest supporters on the Lake Worth City Commission. In October, Dave sponsored the resolution by which the Lake Worth City Commission went on record opposing Amendment 2. Last year, Dave was outspoken in his support of the commission's successful effort to add gender identity and expression into the Lake Worth Human Rights Ordinance. In addition, Dave has always been a strong supporter of COMPASS and PrideFest.

Please go to the polls on November 18 and re-elect Dave Vespo.

This paid political advertisement, which is independent of Dave Vespo or his re-election committee, is produced, sponsored and paid for by the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council. The endorsement was approved by Dave Vespo.
Palm Beach County Human Rights Council, Inc.
Post Office Box 267, West Palm Beach, Florida 33402
(561) 845-6545

Foreclosures speed up across South Florida

Rally against Amendment 2 - Lake Worth City Hall - 11/15 - 1:30 p.m.

Click title for link.

Pics and Video from Havana Hideout - Open Mic Night

Here's a little sample from Havana Hideout last night. Every Tuesday around 7 or so they have an open mic night. Plus, they have a great special on all sorts of tacos - $1 each! The nearly full moon was out and besides the occasional quick, light rain shower, it turned out to be a real good time. By the time I left around 9 or so, the place was hopping with people and good jams. Drop by some week and have a taco, a brew or two. Fun folks.

Announcement from City: City to Flush Water System

The Water Systems Department will be flushing fire hydrants within the City's water distribution system in an effort to assure the highest quality water is being delivered to our customers. Crews will be flushing hydrants beginning Monday, November 17, 2008, and continuing through Friday, November 21, 2008. During this period there may be temporary street flooding and complaints of dirty water and low water pressure.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Water Department Field Office at (561) 586-1719.

Used Book Sale

Hello,

The Friends of the Lake Worth Library will be holding a used book sale on Saturday, November 15th from 9am to 3pm at the Cultural Plaza at 414 Lake Ave., Lake Worth.

Books, DVDs, music CDs, videocassettes priced from 50 cents to $5.00.

Donations of gently used books, DVDs, music CDs may be brought to the Lake Worth Public Library at 15 North M St., Lake Worth.

For more information please call the library at 561-533-7354.

Thank you,

Vickie Joslin