Green, energy-wise and on budget Nov 10, 2009
TOP HOMES - $879,500 MLS 4195864 3 bed / 4 bath 3,501 - 4,000 / 2008 Lynne Petersen, Prudential Arizona Properties - $800,000 MLS 4248803 5 bed / 4 bath 3,501 - 4,000 / 1995 Holly Ladd, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - $6,500,000 MLS 4279122 5 bed / 6 bath 5,001+ / 2009 Private Client Group Frank Aazami, Russ Lyon Sotheby\'s International Realty. email alerts. (AZCentral -- Home)
Dogs get dolled up for Harvest Fest Nov 9, 2009
DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch Holly, 15, left, and her mother, Cathy Wilson, of Marcy prepare Morgan the golden retriever for the pet fashion show at the Harvest Fest for Homeless Hounds in Hanna Park, Sunday, November 8, 2009. More related photos. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Transforming a small garden with a big problem Nov 9, 2009
A few of the garden's highlights include a chartreuse gooseberry hybrid, Senecio mandraliscae with its distinctive curved finger-like leaves, a Melianthus major with its spiked reddish-brown blooms and lime-hued foliage, several types of Leucadendrons, some saw-tooth-edged Banksias, Eryngium giganteum, or sea holly, from the thistle family and a fleshy Kalanchoe whose home is a striking Cor-Ten steel planter. Lopez showed the same appreciation for the architecture of plants in the way he pruned... (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Babe, Joltin Joe and Brett Nov 6, 2009
As the story goes, the undersized kid from tiny Holly Hill Academy made the College of Charleston baseball team as a walk-on. Actually, Gardner did not make the team. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
No. 13 Bears Face No. 24 Cougars and No. 4 Huskies in Pacific Northwest Nov 5, 2009
Junior setter moved into third place (3,829 assists) as she passed Holly McPeak (1987-89) for all time career assists at Cal with her 46 against the Trojans. Lloyd also posted her sixth double-double of the season as she added 10 digs to go with four kills and five blocks. (Calbears.com)
Obits: Miles, Bender, Eye, Elsen, Stevens Nov 5, 2009
Valera died at her home in rural Holly, CO, October 16, 2009 after an extended battle with cancer ... In 1987, they moved to Syracuse, KS and shortly thereafter to Holly, CO. In Holly, Valera owned and operated the Crazy Horse Bar and Val's Pilot Car business while Marvin continued his trucking business ... Survivors include; her husband of Holly, CO; her children: Shawnlee Bender, Holly, CO, Bradley (Jane) Bender, Glendale, AZ and Candie (Randy) Beck, Hecla, SD; seven grandchildren; one... (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Final Cache Valley election results Nov 4, 2009
Articles receiving the most comments in the past 72 hours. Will the Aggies mens basketball team repeat as WAC champions this season. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Songs for Winter Solstice Nov 3, 2009
Here We Come A Wassailing and Deck the Halls With Boughs of Holly celebrate the songs and the garlands of theYule holiday. For those who are simply looking for a rollicking tune for a snowy day, Dashing Through The Snow is a fun and lively song to share with the entire family. (Suite101.com)
Three Players Named to All Conference Team Nov 3, 2009
Third Team Midfielders Ella Merullo - UMass Lowell Jessie DeGraan - Merrimack Kerri Domohowski - Merrimack Holly Dawson - New Haven Kelsey Mahoney - Stonehill. Third Team Defenders Michelle LaMar - UMass Lowell Colleen Fitzpatrick - UMass Lowell Claire Siekaniec - New Haven Michelle Dickson - Saint Anselm. (Aupanthers.com)
Project to enhance Centennial Park Nov 1, 2009
HOLLY HILL -- A new parking area using pervious concrete is being installed at Centennial Park, 408 10th St., in Holly Hill's Community Redevelopment district, according to Christopher Hurst, the city's public works director ... D & W Paving of Holly Hill is the contractor and submitted a low-bid of $41,037. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Obituaries for Saturday, October 31, 2009 (26) Nov 1, 2009
He is survived by his wife Kaoyo W. Otsuka; daughters Lisa (Russell) A.O. Shimazu of Lihu e and Lori (Russ K. Nakamura) J. Otsuka of Lihu e; grandchildren Brent (Nicole) H. Shimazu and Holly K. Shimazu; two great-grandchildren; brother Jitsuo Otsuka of California; sisters Eiko Watanabe of Honolulu and Masayo Tone of Kapa a; numerous nieces nephews and cousins. Visitation from 3 to 4 p.m., service at 4 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Lihu e Christian Church. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
MSU Extension lives to see another year Nov 1, 2009
By HOLLY SETTERSentinel-Standard writerPublished Saturday, October 31, 2009 12:38 AM CDT. IONIA Gov. Jennifer Granholm made it clear that she was not afraid to use her red pen to veto line-items in the 2010 budget Friday. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Commission urges caution on tree replanting Oct 30, 2009
The commission's review of the controversial streetscape project was the latest step in a broad outreach effort the city has adopted after workers chopped down 63 holly oaks on California Avenue in mid-September, enraging residents and surprising the City Council. On Wednesday, staff and consultants presented two possible plans for replanting trees along the busy business district -- one relying predominantly on deciduous plants and one splitting the tree palette between deciduous and evergreen... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Incumbent mayor faces two in Nov. 3 election Oct 28, 2009
HOLLY HILL Growth and improvements in a proud and once prosperous eastern Orangeburg County town are the issues as the mayor of Holly Hill is facing two challengers in the Nov. 3 nonpartisan municipal election ... Holly Hill has a population of 1,281 ... Seeking reelection to continue the effort he began four years ago, Jeffers cites the accomplishments made in Holly Hill, including his pride that the town is now in black ink, which it was not when I took over. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS: Men with the heart to fight Oct 27, 2009
By Holly Camero / Staff Writer. Mon Oct 26, 2009, 10:44 AM EDT. (Bolton Common, MA)
Market records successful first year Oct 27, 2009
The Village Craft Country Peddlers and Farmers Market on Holly Pike in Carlisle is open year-round and also doing well, vendors report. The indoor stores are open Monday through Saturday; the farmers market on Fridays and Saturdays. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Elect Watts, Daines, Quayle Oct 26, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2009 3:05 AM CDT I urge your vote for Logan Mayor Randy Watts, Holly Daines and Dean Quayle ... Mayor Watts, Holly Daines and Dean Quayle each served for many years in a variety of community service organizations ... I ve worked with Holly in the Capitol Arts Alliance and Dean on the Cache Community Connections. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Record crowds explore Home Show Oct 26, 2009
Marcie Freeman of Holly Hill said she's purchased vinyl siding and shutters at past shows. She said she's a "touchy-feely type of person" so it helps to see the products in person. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Deeds recorded in Volusia County Oct. 5-9 Oct 25, 2009
City of Holly Hill to Tyrone R. and Ronique Breedlove Bolden, lot 8, Magnolia Waters, $139,900. LAKE HELEN. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Friday's Prep Football Scores Oct 25, 2009
Ionia Sentinel-Standard - Sports. Saturday, October 24, 2009. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Visalia City Council election offers choices Oct 25, 2009
Fowler Unified School District: Area 2, incumbent Peter Cholakian and challenger Hollis "Holly" Magill, a personnel analyst. ELECTION OFFICES* Fresno County: 2221 Kern St., Fresno. (Fresno Bee)
Eisenberg: Is it too late to plant shrubs, trees? Oct 24, 2009
American Holly, Ilex opaca (sun to part shade), bears red berries that remain all winter amongst the dark, glossy evergreen leaves. American Cranberrybush, Viburnum trilobum (partial to full sun), a deciduous shrub, has clusters of white flowers in the spring. (Somerville Journal, MA)
40 suspects in $5 million Erie drug operation located Oct 24, 2009
Advertisement The home is on Holly Drive, a quiet cul-de-sac in Lake City. Neighbors have little to say about the man who the state Attorney General's Office said lived in the home at 9891 Holly Drive and operated a $5 million cocaine and marijuana trafficking ring ... In contrast to this, search warrants served at the Holly Drive house, Burgos' parents' home at 2522 German St. and a storefront at 606 E. 10th St. that Burgos owned a stake in turned up receipts for more than $80,000 in cash... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Letters to the editor, Oct. 22 edition Oct 23, 2009
Eastern Massachusetts and Burlington Girl Scouts; Lisa Hannon, Billerica; Valerie Healey; Stephen and Charlotte Hogan; Patti Holbrook, Braintree; Kathleen Horton; Peggy, Avery and Shawn Houghton, Billerica; Carl and Mica Humphreys in memory of Marian Howard; Arthur Hughes; Beverly Joyce, Bedford; Daniel Joyce, Westford; Shelley Joyce; Charles Kiefer III, Beverly; Janet Knudsen, Woburn; Janet Lyna, N. Billerica; Magnarelli; Tamy Mailloux, Epping, N.H.; Miriam Malkasian, Kennebunk, Maine; Nancy... (Burlington Union, MA)
Spruce up your holiday entertaining Oct 23, 2009
Use seasonal greenery, including holly, running cedar or magnolia leaves on the table to add color. For Thanksgiving, decorate with fresh fall leaves and walnuts. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Departments to county commissioners: Things are going down Oct 22, 2009
By HOLLY SETTERSentinel-Standard writerPublished Wednesday, October 21, 2009 12:35 AM CDT. IONIA There were a number of reports presented at Tuesday's Committee-of-the-Whole meeting, and they all seemed to say one thing: things are down. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Containers for every season Oct 22, 2009
Then she dropped in a small potted evergreen that would be charming adorned with holiday lights and a few sprigs of holly. A little drink of water and she had one revitalized container ready to go. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Deeds recorded Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2009 in Volusia Oct 18, 2009
New Smyrna Condo Building No. 12 Inc. to Hanson Trust, Raymond Edward Hanson and Holly Marie Hanson, Unit 307, Ocean Walk at New Smyrna Beach, $260,000. Michael and Jo Ann Feldhauser to Thomas A. Geriak, lot 56, Venetian Bay, phase 1-A, $252,000. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Animal welfare law a “two-edged sword” Oct 17, 2009
By HOLLY SETTERSentinel-Standard writerPublished Friday, October 16, 2009 3:09 AM CDT. IONIA Gov. Jennifer Granholm signed a bill into law Monday that will change the way farmers house their animals, and locals aren't so sure the change is for the better. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Board seeks 'order' from new Cal Ave trees Oct 16, 2009
The tree-replacement project, which has been in the planning stages for about five years, unleashed a storm of controversy after a contractor removed 63 holly oaks from the street Sept. 14 without first alerting the public. Public Works Department officials and City Manager James Keene have publicly apologized and scheduled a series of meetings with the community and local commissions to solicit input. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Out with the old, in with the new ... Road commission accepts bid on new trucks ... Rotary honors corrections officers ... Mich. governor can shift funds, but not by much ... Mich. jobless rate up to 15.3 percent in Sept. ... Mich. art event\'s success caught some off guard ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Thursday, October 15, 2009 Just west of town, a small sign marks the drive to Ionia food distributor Living Foods, Inc. The company has taken precautionary measures when faced with a salmonella outbreak and withdrawn all alfalfa sprouts packaged by their facility with a sell-by date before Oct. 22. Sentinel-Standard/HOLLY SETTER Out with the old, in with the new Oct 16, 2009
Sentinel-Standard/HOLLY SETTER ... By HOLLY SETTERSentinel-Standard writer. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Rowley-Petrin Oct 15, 2009
Nuptial music was provided by Holly Keenon, violinist, and Audra Sybert, flutist. The bride is the daughter of Tammy and Rodney Lange of Princeton, and Greg and Michelle Rowley of Princeton. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Daffy for daffodils: Plant these lovely, rugged bulbs now for a springtime bursting with cheerful color Oct 15, 2009
"Mice, voles, squirrels - "all the animals that are bothersome in the garden," according to Ferguson - likewise steer clear of daffodils.There are also additional plants that deer and other animals find unappetizing, among them iris, bleeding heart, marigold, holly, zinnia, coneflower, boxwood and snapdragons. But daffodils top the menu."It's really disappointing when you plant something and you see squirrels have dug it up within hours," Ferguson says. "That happens with tulips, but it'll never... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Henry Thomas Roberts Oct 14, 2009
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Geneva P. Roberts; daughter, Vicki Bennett and husband John Carlton Bennett, III of Fuquay-Varina; son, Gregory T. Roberts, wife, Dawn Roberts and granddaughters, Jessica and Ashley Roberts of Holly Springs; sisters Ruby McKinney, Barbara Neal and husband David of Reidsville. He was a caring and loving father and grandfather. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
US News rates 27 Colo. nursing homes best Oct 14, 2009
Holly Nursing Care Center. Hospice Of Saint John - Ltc, Lakewood. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Obituaries for Sunday, October 11, 2009 (856) Oct 12, 2009
She is survived by her husband Macklin Valenciano of Kaua i; daughters Shayla Agosto of Kaua i, Shaylin Valenciano of Kaua i and Shilum Agosto of Kaua i; brothers Revlon Parker of California, Terrance (Angie) Parker of Kaua i, William (Lynda) Mullen of California and Paul (Irene) Mullen of California and sister Holly Peters of O ahu. Visitation from 6 to 9 p.m., cremation to follow, on Thursday, Oct. 15, at Borthwick Kaua i Memorial Chapel in Koloa. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Foreclosures Oct 11, 2009
Countrywide Home Loans v. John Liso II, et al, 1575 Birmingham Ave., Holly Hill, single-family residence. Daytona Beach Regency Association v. Robert A. Wilcox, et al, 400 N. Atlantic Ave., Unit 609, Daytona Beach, time share. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Business events Oct 11, 2009
SCORE 87-COUNSELOR'S TO AMERICA'S SMALL BUSINESS provides experienced business advisors who offer free counseling for entrepreneurs by appointment at Holly Hill, Palm Coast and New Smyrna Beach. SCORE 87 also offers workshops covering a range of timely topics. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Alum Dies of Parkinson's Complications Oct 11, 2009
daughter and son in law, Margaret and Lawrence Reed; and son and daughter in law, James and Holly Low Reed, as well as four grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his sister, Margaret Caudle of Bethesda, Md. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Joe F. Mautz, Jr. Oct 11, 2009
and Keith and Holly Mautz of Orchard City, Colo. his granddaughter, Kaylee Mautz; and one brother. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Friday's high school football Scores Oct 11, 2009
Holly 14, Flint Kearsley 12. Holt 42, Okemos 9. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
20/20: Astor Fortune: Brooke's Iconic Trophies Oct 10, 2009
Holly Hill: Astor's beloved country house in Briarcliff Manor, N.Y. The 64 ... Holly Hill was managed by Astor's friend and butler Chris Ely until Anthony and Charlene Marshall closed down the home in January 2005, presumably to cut down on costs. (ABC News)
Driver France faces drug charge Oct 9, 2009
France was nabbed in Holly Hill at 12:33 a.m. after he failed to stop for an officer who had activated the lights and siren on his patrol car, police said. France pulled into a parking lot at 261 Ridgewood avenue, the report states. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Letter: St. James development good for church Oct 8, 2009
THE REV. HOLLY LYMAN ANTOLINI. St. James's Episcopal Church. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Holiday Wedding Oct 8, 2009
A white faux fur muff decorated with holly makes the perfect alternative to bridesmaid bouquets ... Present a stark white cake with holly accent. (Suite101.com)
Farmers market returns to Ormond Beach Oct 8, 2009
Chris King of Ormond Beach and her adult daughter, Kirsten of Holly Hill vowed to return. They also are regulars at farmers markets in Daytona Beach and Flagler Beach. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Pelosi says new tax is 'on the table' Oct 7, 2009
Wednesday, October 07, 2009. Pelosi says new tax is 'on the table. (TheHill.com)
Free land offer mostly fails in small Alaska town Oct 6, 2009
Now, the few-dozen families who do visit Holly Beach mostly camp on the sand, thanks to the double blow of hurricanes Rita and Ike. The dozen or so permanent residents - down from several hundred - must drive 20 miles for groceries. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
A dozen things to like about Orangeburg Oct 5, 2009
Pinckney s Produce at Holly Hill Fresh-from-the-local-farm seasonal produce comes from Clemson agronomy graduate Pinckney Thompson and his family farm. CSA (Community Sustainable Agriculture) is a relatively new movement in this area that seems to have begun in California. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
New church in Danvers at old St. Alphonsus Oct 2, 2009
Besides Father Iliias and Curate Barry, staff includes administrator Holly Greening and minister of music and of education Dan McKinley. Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Fantastic fruits for fall Oct 1, 2009
I still remember some years back when I got the call from my daughter s preschool letting me know that she had eaten a holly berry. As a horticulturist I know that Ilex fruits are poisonous but unfortunately the teacher in the outdoor classroom that day had been talking about edible fruits and did not emphasize those that are poisonous. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
At your service Sep 30, 2009
Parks & Recreation Leisure Services departments: Daytona Beach, 386-671-3400; DeLand, 386-740-5800; Holly Hill, 386-248-9460; New Smyrna Beach, 386-424-2175; Orange City, 386-775-5455; Ormond Beach, 386-676-3250; Port Orange, 386-506-5850; South Daytona, 386-322-3070; Palm Coast 386-986-2323. Pelican Piecemakers Quilt Guild: Meetings at American Legion Hall, 619 W. Canal St., New Smyrna Beach, Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 386-409-3943. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
- Imperial County film commission important to economic development, officials say Sep 30, 2009
hellcentro wrote on Sep 27, 2009 4:14 PM:" Stargate, 3 kings, waynes world, and Independence Day altho they made us seem like trailer trash and none english speaking illegals. Lol I just dont see how Jar head was most noteable seeing how Jaime and Jake were the most famous in that film yet 3 kings had clooney, Cube, walberg and a few more. The film commission needs to make their bid for the valley as the best and cheapest place to film desert and small town scenes many movies are not being... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Charter teachers honored with PRISM awards Sep 30, 2009
From left, Nicole McClain, intermediate science teacher at Janie Howard Wilson Elementary School; Holly Madore, fourth-grade math teacher at JHW; Anna Powell, math-resource teacher at Hillcrest Elementary School; Leanne Thrift, science teacher at Edward W. Bok Academy; and Jason Brewner, fifth-grade science teacher at Dale R. Fair Babson Park Elementary School ... Local LWCS award winners are Jason Brewner, Dale R. Fair Babson Park Elementary School; Holly Madore and Nicole McClain, both from... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Citizens want lead in Cal Ave tree selection Sep 30, 2009
"It hit me that we are going into the same closed process as before. It seemed like the trees were going to be chosen without any public input. "We needed to get our own experts and bring them into the 'scene of the crime,' so to speak, so people can begin to understand what the options are," Balin said. Coate is director of the Saratoga Horticultural Research Foundation and arboricultural consultant to the J. Paul Getty Museum. Steve Emslie, deputy city manager, who knows Coate, agreed that the... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Parkdale Mills buys Rabun Gap yarn plant Sep 25, 2009
"Parkdale has about 2,300 employees working in 25 plants, most of which are in North Carolina. Under the agreement, Hanesbrands has agreed to purchase yarn from Parkdale for six years, according to The Gazette.Warlick noted that current plants in Kings Mountain, Mount Holly and Belmont, N.C., would get more work. The added work created by the acquisition should ensure steady work at the 24-hour plants. He also noted that Parkdale would have the opportunity to export yarn to a Hanes plant in... (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Where conservation clashes with cultivation Sep 25, 2009
By HOLLY SETTERSentinel-Standard writerPublished Wednesday, September 23, 2009 11:35 PM CDT. RONALD TWP A neighborhood battle has been brewing over Ionia County Soil Conservation board chairman Art Pelon's decision to enroll 150 acres of his property in the Continuous Conservation Reserve State Acres For wildlife Enhancement (CRP-SAFE) program. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
No. 12 Golden Bears and No. 10 Cardinal Clash in Big Spike Sep 23, 2009
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Fox Sports Net will be on site for the 69th Big Spike with Paul Sunderland calling the action with former Cal setter Holly McPeak as the color analyst. The match will be televised via tape delay on Fox Sports West on Sunday, Sept. 27. (Pac-10.org)
Goff - Phillips (38) Sep 20, 2009
Bridesmaids were Allison Phillips of Columbia, S.C., sister of the groom; Brittany Goff of Charlotte, N.C., cousin of the bride; Holly Hester of Summerville, S.C., cousin of the bride; Gretchen Anonick of Aurora, IL, friend of the bride; Augusta Jones of Atlanta, GA, friend of the bride and Marci Hayes of Aiken, friend of the bride. Honorary bridesmaid was Hannah Maxwell, of Aiken, friend of the bride. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Gardening Checklists for November a... Sep 20, 2009
Holly plants and evergreens can be pruned and used for creating centerpieces and wreaths for holiday decorating. As outdoor holiday decorating is completed, check on gutters for clogs and problem areas. (Suite101.com)
Residents Hear Plans for Green Sep 20, 2009
" Options for Sand Lot Mark Parson's design also moved the lawn area to the northwest corner, which gives visitors a panoramic view of downtown from the Holly Inn to the Theater Building. Less than an acre, it replaces the existing sand parking lot with the lawn, and puts a new sand parking lot behind it. It alleviates the "ugliness" that currently exists while doing little to disturb what's already there. It gives residents and visitors a place to sit and enjoy the village center. "It's a nice... (The Pilot Newspaper)
'Clearcutting' surprises city manager, council Sep 19, 2009
Shopkeepers, residents and city officials became alarmed when 50 Holly oak trees lining the shopping district were removed this week by a contractor ... Holly Oaks are not native to California ... The red maple trees will take a while to grow to the size of the holly oaks, but the long term change to California Ave will be great. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Boyhood days on the farm Sep 19, 2009
T&D Columnist Rinehart Chewning is a longtime resident of Holly Hill. Discuss this and other stories online at. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Don't forget the Emmys on Sunday (nominees here) Sep 19, 2009
Glenn Close for playing Patricia "Patty" Hewes on Damages (FX) * Sally Field for playing Nora Walker on Brothers & Sisters (ABC) * Mariska Hargitay for playing Olivia Benson on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (NBC) * Holly Hunter for playing Grace Hanadarko on Saving Grace (TNT) * Elisabeth Moss for playing Peggy Olson on Mad Men (AMC) * Kyra Sedgwick for playing Brenda Leigh Johnson on The Closer (TNT). Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Canopy 'shocked' at Cal Ave tree removal Sep 19, 2009
The 50-year-old holly oaks were to be replaced over time, not all at once, according to Catherine Martineau, the organization's executive director ... Four years ago, the city and the California Avenue Area Development Association (CAADA) worked on the plan and Canopy approved of replacing the holly oaks with "urban canopy" trees she said ... The holly oaks "weren't performing the function of big, canopy trees in a shopping district," which provide the kind of attractiveness and shade to lure... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
