A look at some of today's top stories, the weather forecast and a peek back in history. Former Arizona Republic reporter and editorial writer Joel Nilsson, who worked at the paper for 31 years, died Tuesday night. Arizona state Rep. David Cook, R-Globe, was arrested for drunk driving last night, sources have confirmed. A Phoenix Mercury assistant coach could face domestic violence-related charges resulting from a fight he had with his fiancee at his town of Paradise Valley home, police said. A Chino Valley man sent a racist letter to Roy Tatem, president of the East Valley NAACP, after the group called for a boycott of Prescott. Two teachers, including the Arizona teacher of the year, were fined and disciplined after claims they used school resources to influence the election. New census figures show Arizona is the fourth fastest-growing state in the United States. Scottsdale Unified School District reached a settlement with Hunt & Caraway Architects a year … [Read more...] about AZ Memo: Winter air pollution can be deadly for some; Grand Canyon open amid government shutdown; last-minute gift ideas
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Christmas gift idea: Press Journal book reveals 100 years of covering Vero Beach, Indian River County
Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Timeline: 100 years of Vero Beach Fullscreen Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. THE HISTORY OF VERO BEACH: This timeline shows important events that influenced Vero Beach and what became Indian River County from 1919 until now, presented by TCPalm and the Indian River Press Journal. Visit www.tcpalm.com/verobeachcentennial for full coverage. (PHOTO: The Vero Press building, early 1900s.) PRESS JOURNAL ARCHIVES Fullscreen June 10, 1919 VERO INCORPORATES: The state Legislature incorporates the city of Vero. The first mayor is Anthony W. Young. It's the second municipal government in what is now Indian River County, following Fellsmere's incorporation four years earlier. (PHOTO: Twitchell’s Pool Hall on 20th Street in downtown Vero was the first commercial establishment erected, with rooms to let over the pool hall.) CONTRIBUTED PHOTO FROM INDIAN RIVER COUNTY … [Read more...] about Christmas gift idea: Press Journal book reveals 100 years of covering Vero Beach, Indian River County
Small Business Saturday: El Paso shop local Christmas gift ideas have Texas flair
Even before the leftover turkey on your plate gets cold, it's time to start plotting your Black Friday shopping and your Cyber Monday plans. But in-between, make sure not to miss Small Business Saturday — when holiday shoppers are encouraged to support local businesses. Here are some tips for interesting, local gift ideas you can find Nov. 24 and through the holiday shopping season. V & X Boutique V & X Boutique, 3800 N. Mesa, caters to young women and offers a variety of gift ideas, obviously including clothing, shoes and purses, but also jewelry and novelty items. Here are three gift ideas at various price points: Basket bags: The basket bag is a hot trend and certainly a great gift idea for the stylish millennial in your family. The acrylic style comes in two colors, red or black, and retails for $90. The natural wood style costs $50. Jewelry ideas: The store carries a variety of attractive, gold-dipped jewelry, from fashionable … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday: El Paso shop local Christmas gift ideas have Texas flair
What are the best Christmas gifts? The ones you don’t have to wrap
Piling gifts under the tree is easy. Finding closet space for them after they’re opened? Not so much. This is your guide to a clutter-free Christmas. Here’s a look at how to show friends and family you care with things and experience that don’t linger too long — or even at all. These are gifts that eventually go away, don’t clutter closets and that should be gone or mostly used before the next holiday season rolls around. Stick to this list and you won’t even have the basket part of the gift basket to store after the holidays are through. 1. Beards and Beers Santa’s not the only one who has to watch his beard this time of year. This traditional barber shop downtown at has a selection of beard grooming products for the facial hair enthusiast in your life. B&B Beard Balm and B&B Oil start at $17. Shop at the store at 514 S. Fifth St or online at beardsandbeers.com. You may like: 5 Christmas gifts for the Louisville fitness … [Read more...] about What are the best Christmas gifts? The ones you don’t have to wrap
Licking County 8-year-old spreading Christmas joy by sending 2,000 Christmas cards
NEWARK - Adriana Pollock wants everyone to have Christmas joy. So, the 8-year-old has taken it upon herself to make sure those in nursing homes and foster care have a reason to smile this Christmas. About 2,000 people across Licking County are getting a Christmas card from Adriana and her family. "I thought that nursing homes and foster homes weren't having as good of Christmases as me and my sister so I thought that we should give them Christmas cards," Adriana said. The idea struck last year when Adriana saw her mom, Alexandra DeVictor, creating the family Christmas cards. For Adriana, the reason to send the cards was simple. "Some people that don't have as good of Christmases don't have as much Christmas joy," she said. The Newton Elementary third grader couldn't let that happen. With just a few weeks to prepare in 2017, Adriana sent out about 400 cards to nursing and foster homes. Adriana said she wants people to feel happy when they get one of her … [Read more...] about Licking County 8-year-old spreading Christmas joy by sending 2,000 Christmas cards