Spotlight EP News November 8, 2012 No. 456

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Its all over but the shouting

Its all over but the shouting, folks, and with that said, El Paso moved solidly into the 21st Century. No longer satisfied with the status quo, El Paso voters approved three propositions that will do much to move the city forward. Compared to past city leaders who sat on their collective toadstools, keeping the city poor and promoting it as a city of cheap labor, this latest election proved that El Pasoans can make progress when they feel the time is ripe. It remains to be seen whether approval of the $473 million bond issues will help keep young El Pasoans here, thereby putting a stop to the so-called brain drain, but, one thing is certain, it will help those who stay attain a better Quality of Life. More important to El Paso, even than some of the elections, including the presidency, Propositions One-TwoThree will provide millions of taxpayer dollars to improve recreational, cultural, and a sports venue that promises to bring new life to an aging and dilapidated downtown area. Thanks to the voters approval of Proposition One, El Paso will soon offer new recreational facilities such as parks, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, soccer fields for both young and old, and a larger and improved zoo. But, thats not all. Proposition Two will provide the culture-minded folks with a huge facility that may attract top-name acts to El Paso, plus a new childrens museum and other events that will help promote this culture-rich city. Even the contentious Proposition Three was approved. This will allow the Hotel/Motel Association to increase its taxes by two percent, up to 17.5 for visitors to El Paso. Voters were rather pushed into accepting this Proposition because, otherwise, construction of the $50 million Baseball Stadium would have fallen on the heads of El Paso taxpayers. The idea is to let the out-oftowners pay for construction of the home for the new Triple-A Baseball team that will grace the city within the next two years. The vision is that with a professional Baseball team in El Paso, other businesses, such as restaurants and hotels will begin to sprout in the downtown environment, thus increasing the citys tax base and increase revenues. And, of course, there were other elections. Although it was nail-biting time for awhile in the Presidential race, it became evident later on that President Obama would be reelected. At the outset, however, President Obama supporters were concerned because Governor Romney attained an early lead. That lead became obliterated as election night wore on, with state after state finally pushing the President past the magical number of 270 electoral votes, the number needed to win the election. Although Romney remained optimistic until the bitter end, he finally
By Joe Olvera , 2012
accepted defeat in the hardfought race, a race that pitted the liberal Obama, against the ultra-conservative Mitt Romney. Although Obama won reelection to a second term, the hard work has just begun for the President. Ahead in the next four years is what to do about immigration reform, cutting the huge deficit, maintaining the countrys military power, and fighting with a grid-lock Congress that will remain Republican-dominant. On the home-front, the victory of Democrat Beto ORourke over his opponent, Republican Barbara Carrasco, was no surprise. Although she appeared to grab an early lead, to her chagrin, that lead fell to the wayside when the final vote was tallied. One wonders whether ORourke, who touted the legalization of marijuana when he was on El Pasos City Council, will, once again raise that issue now that he is a Congressman. ORourke, along with City Rep. Susie Byrd, wrote a book titled Dealing with Death and Drugs, about legalizing marijuana, a move, both believe, that will help curtail the murderous efforts of drug cartels in Mexico to control the trade. With three states, Washington, Oregon, and Col-
orado considering the legalization of recreational use of marijuana, the issue has, once again, been placed at the forefront. However, other issues in El Paso will preclude the marijuana question, such as El Pasos sickly economy, the long-lines at the International bridges, and other, more pressing items.
The biggest surprise in El Pasos elections, however, was the re-emergence of Joe Moody as the State Representative to the Northeast side of town with the defeat of incumbent Dee Margo. The contest between the two men provided a rubber match, with Moody defeating Margo in 2008, Margo beating Moody in 2010, and with Moody, once again besting Margo in last nights election. Despite the support of two Democratic State leaders in Republican Margos campaign, the electorate decided to send Moody back to Austin where the six-person delegation will, once again, be all Democrats. So, with a sigh of relief, voters in El Paso and across this great nation, can breathe easy. But, dont rest too much, because another election is looming on the horizon. Isnt that the American way?
Veterans Day Parades The downtown

El Paso parade begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. The 1.3-mile parade, sponsored by the United American Veterans Organization, starts at Myrtle and Florence streets and circles San Jacinto Plaza. Information: 541-4050. The annual Las
Cruces Veterans Day parade is 9 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 10, beginning and ending at Loretto Towne Center. Route follows Church Street past City Hall and back on Hadley Avenue. Grand Marshals are World War II veterans Dan Sosa and Milton Buls. Information: 621-7002 or lascrucesvetday.org .
Veterans Day Parade

and Patriotic Celebration
Fort Bliss Hosts Vet Day Ceremony

FORT BLISS, TEXASFort Bliss Officials and Soldiers will conduct a Veterans Day Ceremony at 2Pm, Thursday, Nov 8 at 1st Armored Division Parade Field, East, Fort Bliss. Theme for this years event is,
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Honoring All Who Served.
The historic town of San Elizario will be celebrating its 16th Annual Veterans Day Parade and Patriotic Celebration, on
Saturday, November 10, 2012.
The parade starts at
9:00 am, at Thompson Rd and Socorro Rd and heads east on Socorro Road to Main Street in San Eli, ending at Veterans Memorial Plaza in front of the San Elceario Mission. The Celebration will continue there, with the presentation of the colors and the playing of the National Anthem. Special Guests and the 2012 Grand Marshall, Ramon Holguin, will be introduced. The lighting of the Candles and the POW-MIA table ceremony then continues. Five Veterans will be honor that day for their military service. There will be patriotic music played by local high school bands. Refreshments and food will be served. The Veterans Committee and the town of San Elizario, cordially invites everyone to attend our Veterans Event. Bring your families and enjoy a day honoring our veterans. Then visit our Chapel, the Portales Museum, the Eduardo M. Pedregon Veterans Museum, the old jail, visit the Veterans Memorial Walk Project and the Art Galleries, all within walking distance. Ray Borrego, Chair, San Elizario Veterans Committee of the San Elizario Genealogy & Historical Society c-915-383-8529
The ceremony will honor veterans of the past, present and those still serving the nation. Veterans Day is dedicated to the extraordinary Americans who protect our freedom in the years past and those who protect it today. Veterans represent the very best of our Nation. Every Soldier, Marine, Sailor, Airman and Coast Guardsman has earned the lasting gratitude of the American people and their service and sacrifice will be remembered forever. All El Paso area veterans organizations, individual veterans, family members, the Fort Bliss community and the public are invited to attend this FREE event. Veteran organizations are encouraged to bring their colors to the ceremony. The community at large is also invited to the ceremony to honor Americas veterans. More than 600 area veterans have been invited and are expected to attend this event.
Dont Let Cancer Spoil Your

By Deborah J. Cornwall*
aving cancer or caring for a cancer patient
in the family is hard, but cancer during traditionally happy holidays is even harder. Its a time when each family enjoys traditional shared activities usually characterized by good food, drink, and company. Yet how can you carry out these traditions when youre in the throes of cancer treatment or even dealing with the aftermath? The most important message from cancer caregivers who have worked through these challenges is to seek normalcy, no matter what the patients prognosis. It may sound counter-intuitive, but its profound. It all stems from the issue of control. Throughout the cancer care process, both caregivers and patients experience a fundamental loss of control. On some days, it may feel as though there is nothing left of the good old days. They describe their quest for normalcy for moments of P.C. (PreCancer) life and their feelings that every aspect of their lives has been turned upside down. Theyre less available than usual, and even when available, they may be feeling depressed, anxious, or pre-occupied. Perhaps worst of all, their friends and relatives often dont know what to say, or do, to help. The combination of these factors can make the holidays feel like a particularly sad and lonely time, and it might bring the temptation to mourn whats been lost. But cancer caregivers recommend that you do just the opposite that you try to maintain a few of your past traditions, social connections, and day-to-day activities in the interests of being able to celebrate what you still have.
It may be a babys laugh, or smelling a rose, or telling a joke that breaks a loved ones sense of depression or isolation. It may be preparing the worlds best clear chicken broth for a patient whos having trouble keeping food down, or it may be just a few minutes holding hands while favorite holiday music plays. Identify a few key elements of your traditions that you can maintain. James, who has been fighting multiple myeloma for over 20 years, spent three Christmases either in the hospital or away from home as a result of treatments or bone marrow transplants. When he was hospitalized, family members brought a tiny artificial tree with a few artificial ornaments and put it up in his room. They gave him gifts that would make him and others laugh; can you imagine lounging pants with reindeer on them, or a Bah, Humbug! sign hanging on the IV stand? His wife even donned a mask and gloves and used pasteurized egg whites to make icing for his favorite holiday cookies while he was in isolation. Maintain some of the traditions, like Christmas Eve Mass and decorated sugar cookies, or lighting the Chanukah Menorah and giving the kids chocolate coins.
Accept invitations to join friends for dinner, so you dont have to cook or clean.
Holidays!
tigue. So make sure you reach out to friends and family. If invitations to you both dwindle, invite others to your house. Sometimes friends dont want to intrude on your privacy, so they stop inviting you out. Make it clear to them that youre determined to maintain your social connections, even if the visits are shorter or closer to home.
At home, if you decorate, bring out only your favorite ornaments. Keep decoration simple, and focus on things that remind you of the good times. Consider postponing gift-giving completely and focus on togetherness. For adults, time with family and friends is usually far more enriching than opening presents. If you must shop for gifts, find ways to do holiday shopping on line or by phone, for things like a decorated tabletop tree or a basket of fruit or cheese goodies. Also consider developing a theme, like laughter or comfort that can focus gift-giving and divert from the daily stresses of treatment. Think about playing a game (like the New Yorker Cartoon Captions Game, which involves writing captions for cartoons) with family or friends that will bring laughter and good feelings. Let people do things for you. Keep a notepad handy for noting who brought you things and when you thanked them. You might even want to keep some little bags of Hersheys Kisses or Ghirardelli mints next to your front door as a thankyou so you dont have to write thank-you notes.
4. Keep It Positive
Cancer disrupts your whole life, and sometimes its hard to remember the good things, the things you still have. For Carl, that meant learning how to swim even after one leg had been amputated, because he loved swimming almost as much as he loved his wife. For Mike Ss wife, it was making sure that the family still got together for each holiday and that they continued to build strong traditions, even though he was fighting terminal pancreatic cancer. For Arties daughter-in-law and grandchildren, it was about continuing to leave cookies and milk for Santa Claus. Finally, if youre dealing with the aftermath, following a patients death, and youre wrestling with how youll get through the holidays, be willing to change family rituals. Consider focusing the holidays around family and friends in a new setting. Davids family had had a ritual about Christmas, and after he died, his parents stopped doing Christmas on the east coast and started doing it in California with their daughter. Another caregiver scheduled a family trip over the holidays, so that the patient and his or her loved ones could be together in a stimulating and new environment that would give them lots to see, do, and talk about other than cancer. Many cancer patients live long and happy lives, well after their initial diagnoses. Holiday periods nourish their spirits and remind them how much they have to live for. Family caregivers can help lengthen their lives simply by reminding them of normalcy and reducing anxiety. They can do that by celebrating holidays with zest that keeps things festive, simple, social, and positive. *Special thanks to Kathleen Bond, a 20-year caregiver, for her valuable input. Deborah Cornwall is a cancer survivor and has over 20 years of experience as a leadership volunteer for the American Cancer Society at national, regional and local levels. She is also the author of Things I Wish Id Known: Cancer Caregivers Speak Out. For additional, please visit www.thingsiwishidknown.com.
2. Keep It Simple
Caregivers are often so tired and stressed when the holidays come that even the idea of all of the traditional holiday activities and fixings can feel overwhelming. This is an important time to focus on simplicity; dont even think about buying or doing too much. Only do the part of the holiday that matters the most for you and your patient. That means: Thanksgiving is a particularly challenging time because there is so much emphasis on fixing an elaborate meal. So: If the patient cant eat or isnt strong enough to leave home, have guests come to you. Plan a group meal for which each guest brings a dish and people volunteer for dishwashing patrol. The point is to be social, not to be Superman or Superwoman. Accept offers of help from friends and neighbors. Consider buying some of the items that you used to make (unless the nesting process of cooking is therapy for you).
3. Keep It Social
Remember that the real meaning of the holiday is togetherness, whether that means gathering together family members or getting together with friends. Family and friends bring normalcy. There are two reasons for you to let others help. First, the patient needs friends, now more than ever and especially during the holiday season that represents togetherness. Too many people are afraid of cancer its not necessarily that they think they can catch it from the patient, but they dont know how to talk to either of you, so they may shy away. Encouraging friends to stay close reminds you of normalcy. Second, no caregiver knows how long the cancer caregiving experience will last. It can last for a few weeks or for over 20 years. You may well need friends and their help a lot later in your caregiving, especially when you get caregiver fa-
So . . . exactly what does this mean? Pursuing normalcy means doing four things:
1. Keep It Festive
As tempting as it might be, dont ignore the holiday. Instead, find a way to put a smile on your and your patients faces. There are several things to try: Make sure you find something every day to bring you joy.
It's a storm that many will never forget. Streets were flooded, power poles knocked down, trees toppled, boardwalks ripped apart and massive fires that consumed neighborhood. Sandy was the 10th hurricane of the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season. It was quickly named "Frankenstorm," when meteorologist realized its destructive potential arriving around Halloween. It then became known as "Superstorm Sandy" after the storm made landfall and then slowly lost its destructive mindset. The extent of Sandy's destruction continues to unfold day by day. The death toll continues to rise from just over 100 as of this writing. According to the National Hurricane Center, Sandy is still the second-largest Atlantic tropical cyclone on record. Hurricane Olga set the record in 2001.
What a Storm!
By: Doppler Dave Speelman
6 Costliest Weather Disasters since 1980

(courtesy National Climate Data Center) 1. Hurricane Katrina - 2005 2. Midwest/Eastern U.S. Drought - 1988 3. Midwest/Eastern U.S. Drought - 1980 4. Hurricane Sandy - 2012 5. Hurricane Andrew - 1992 6. Midwest Flooding - 1993
Deaths
1,833 7,500 10,000 61 48
Damage
134 Billion 71 Billion 55 Billion 50 Billion (Estimated) 40 Billion 30 Billion
Weather Trivia:
A. November 15 B. November 30 C. December 1 D. December 31
When does the Atlantic Hurricane season officially end?
Photo of Sandy Courtesy: NASA Goes Project
Doppler" Dave Speelman is the chief meteorologist at KVIA-TV in El Paso. You can watch his forecasts at 4, 5, 6 and 10 pm on ABC-7 (channel 6 cable). If you would like Doppler Dave to address (explain) any weather issues you can email him at Dopplerdave@kvia.com.
THURSDAY
NOV 8
NOV 9
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
NOV 10
NOV 11
SUNDAY
NOV 12
MONDAY
TUESDAY
NOV 13
Mostly Sunny Breezy

High: 80 Low: 56
Windy Mostly Sunny

High: 78 Low: 57
Windy Partly Cloudy

High: 75 Low: 42
Windy Mostly Sunny

High: 59 Low: 36
Partly Sunny
High: 64 Low: 34
Mostly Sunny
High: 66 Low: 39
Answer: B November 30
WEDNESDAY
NOV 14
Partly Sunny
High: 75 Low: 42
By Sharon Mosley It's never too early to start checking off those holiday to-do lists. In fact, the sooner you get into the festive spirit, the more you can avoid those last-minute panic attacks when you feel like you've been possessed by the Grinch. Here's a checklist of some things to get done in November, so you'll have plenty of time to party in December.
want to up the fashion quotient a little. Think beyond the Santa sweaters with all the bells and whistles. And let's face it smooching Santa under the mistletoe is much more fun than wearing him on a shirt! There are plenty of ways to add some holiday flair to your basics. See below!
Even casual clothes can make the party circuit. This is a great time to
rock a pair of colored jeans. Shop for a pair of red or burgundy jeans slim cut or boot cut and team them with a sparkling tunic sweater or a sequin tank and sweater coat. I also love the look of a black and white houndstooth check jacket with colored jeans. Instant holiday glam with a twist.
First, take an inventory of the dressier side of your wardrobe.

Whether you have a dozen invitations to blacktie events or you're just hosting a brunch for family and friends, November and December are usually the time when you'll
Dress up that little black dress.

Yes, you still have time to find that perfect cocktail dress for a special occasion, but why not give your favorite LBD a fresh look with new accessories? Instead of one strand of pearls, layer on necklaces mixed with pearls and metallic beads; stack not only one bangle on your arm, but several. Wear a new pair of embroidered evening boots with metallic tights. Or give it a new attitude with a leather jacket layered on top.
Don't forget to wrap it up. One

of the best ways to check off your holiday to-do list is to scope out the accessory departments at your favorite stores and online retailers. The stash of scarves, wraps and stoles is amazing. In a wide range of colors and styles, these versatile accessories will add a whole different look to your holiday outfits, and they make great gifts, too! This year, watch for faux fur scarves to be big hits.
Metallic tights shine for the holidays. Shown: DKNY shimmer tights, Pretty Polly opaque tights with metallic embellishment and DKNY sequined over-the-knee socks. Available at Nordstrom and Nordstrom.com
Check out vintage stores. Want to find unique accessories to give and to wear?
Then get into the habit of visiting out-of-the-way boutiques that specialize in antique jewelry. You'll find lots of inspiration at affordable prices and a great conversation piece. Oversized vintage brooches are my favorite pinned on a jacket or even a velvet hat. Book your hair and beauty appointments early. If there's only one thing you do in November, it should be making sure you've got all your appointments scheduled. Hair? Nails? Facials? You can even check out your favorite makeup counter for holiday specials. Then, remember to pick up some special treats for friends, or even book them for their own facial or massage as a gift. Sharon Mosley is a former fashion editor of the Arkansas Gazette in Little Rock and executive director of the Fashion Editors and Reporters Association.
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Think plush. There's feathers and fur, of course, but you can also get the lush look with velvet, a holiday favorite. A velvet jacket in a rich jeweltone color can do wonders even for a pair of denim jeans.
everyDay cheapSkate by Mary hunt
Know What Your Extreme Weather Spurs Climate Action Family Likes
Knowing what your family likes to eat can save time, money and your sanity. I love this idea from Gigi. It's not that her tip is so unusual we've printed tips from readers who write out weekly menus on kitchen white boards, chalk boards and pieces of paper hung on the fridge. What I like about this system is its ability to be mobile. catching the rats and mice that had infested his house. The critters would swipe the bait off the trap without tripping it. He then put the bait on the traps with a couple of drops of crazy glue, and that did the trick. The critters never had a chance. Clyde, California "The Age of Consequences is upon us," prophesied Al Gore in his "An Inconvenient Truth." Climate scientists have confirmed that extreme weather events would soon become the norm, with long periods of drought punctuated by intense rainstorms and flooding for much of the country. We have been living in the "Age of Consequences" for over twenty years now and have suffered 67 weather-related disasters during 1980-2007. In this period, overall damages and costs reached or exceeded $1 billion for each event, according to the National Climactic Data Center. "While we spare no expense to wage war, we seem to have no money to spare on averting climate disaster," said Miriam Pemberton, the report's author. "The increasingly dire warnings from climate scientists make clear that changing these federal spending priorities can't wait." So climb down from that window ledge for a minute and let's get proactive instead. lar out of every ten invested now passes through some sort of "social screen," meaning investors seek out more conscientious companies. Also, 25 percent of the adult population is starting to integrate environmental and social values into purchasing and investing decisions. 76 percent of consumers would switch to an environmentally responsible product or service if given the option according to another recent study.
SuStainable living by Shawn Dell Joyce
tems and wind turbines more profitable investments. The market is driving fuel efficiency up faster than congress, as waiting lists form for hybrids, and SUV's languish on showroom floors. James Hansen, a NASA climate scientist, called for the chief executives of large oil companies to be put on trial for high crimes against humanity and nature, accusing them of actively spreading disinformation about global warming in the same way that tobacco companies hid the links between smoking and cancer. Hansen also pointed out that the worst effects of climate change could be averted if we were to drop and hold atmospheric carbon under 350 parts per million. We are currently at 387 ppm. We are our children's only hope.
Shawn Dell Joyce is an award-winning columnist and founder of the Wallkill River School in Orange County, N.Y. You can contact her at Shawn@ShawnDellJoyce.com.
SWEET-SMELLING DECORATIONS. Start saving your

dryer sheets. Used dryer sheets that are still soft and sweetsmelling make perfect wraps for delicate Christmas ornaments. With several weeks until this year's holiday decorations come down, you'll have enough dryer sheets to leave your decorations sweet-smelling until next holiday season. During the year, I simply collect more in an empty tissue box. Sally, Georgia
ALL-IN-ONE MEAL PLANNING. I created a list of my

family's favorite dinners and arranged it by cuisine: American, Chinese, Italian and so on. I also have a list of favorite breakfasts and quick meals. I keep these lists in a one-inch binder. In the front pocket, I insert recipes I'd like to try, along with my grocery list. In the back pocket, I keep coupons and extra scrap paper. Now when I plan the menu, I have lists and recipes on hand with which to refer. And when I'm in a hurry, I grab the binder so I can make meal plans on the go. Gigi, California
Right now, the Northeast is being pounded by another hurricane, after barely recovering from last year's Hurricane Irene. Wildfires charred much of the southern U.S., spring freeze destroyed fruit crops and wheat across the Midwest while debilitating California's citrus industry, and severe weather racked the Eastern seaboard. History may record these dark days as the defining moment for our country, when our government repeatedly hid the truth from us and refused to act in the face of a life-threatening crisis. Kevin Winters, NASA's assistant inspector general, just published a whistle-blowing investigation stating that NASA headquarters' public affairs specialists "managed the topic of climate change in a manner that reduced, marginalized or mischaracterized climate change science made available to the general public" from fall 2004 through early 2006. A recent Institute for Policy Studies report found that our government budgeted 647.5 billion dollars for the defense budget in 2008, more than the defense budgets of the rest of the world combined, compared to 7.37 billion dollars for climate change programs. Only 212 million dollars is devoted to helping poor countries obtain renewable energy technology to reduce global warming, less than one day's expenditure for U.S. military forces in Iraq.
In spite of our government's inaction, the American people are going green and changing energy-inefficient habits. According to Cliff Feigenbaum, publisher of the Greenmoney Journal, on Wall Street one dol-
Another study finds that the economy may be the force that greens the old red, white and blue. As fossil fuel energy costs rise, the playing field is leveled for renewable energy, making solar panels, geothermal sys-
NUTS TO SCRATCHES IN WOOD. When I was growing

up, our cats would jump onto our dark, hardwood piano and scratch it. My mom used to rub the scratches with the meat of a walnut (no shell, of course!). Most of the scratches on that piano are invisible to this day. I still use walnuts for furniture scratches, and they work well. Test the method on a less visible area to be sure it doesn't darken the wood, but I haven't yet had that problem. Bonnie, email Would you like to send a tip to Mary? You can email her at mary@everydaycheapskate.co m, or write to Everyday Cheapskate, P.O. Box 2099, Cypress, CA 90630. Include your first and last name and state. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com and author of 22 books, including her recent release "Debt-Proof Your Christmas: Celebrating the Holidays Without Breaking the Bank."
CLEANING SET ON HIGH.

The ceramic insert in my slow cooker can get super stained with all the different foods I cook in it. To clean it, I fill it with water and add dishwashing detergent. Then I turn the slower cooker on High and let it "cook" for 15 to 30 minutes. I rinse it out, and all the stains are gone. Elizabeth, Virginia
DESIGNER CRAYONS.
When I have to match a color to an item I'm shopping for, instead of using a paint chip or a fabric swatch, I use a crayon. Today's crayons come in every color imaginable, and they are much easier to manage while shopping. Marilyn, Illinois
STICKY MOUSETRAPS. A
friend was having no luck
Go Up and Down

41 Turndowns 42 Sun Belt art colony 44 Nonverbal affirmation 45 Don 47 Like some fabrics 51 It's nothing at all 52 Two-dimensional extent 53 Demolish 61 Give ___ of one's own medicine 62 Lena, of Havana 63 Give a deposition 64 Red Sea republic 65 Allocate 66 Church midsection 67 Jagged 68 Singer Jimmy, or Bill 69 Hitch in plans 26 It's read on Saturdays 27 Unconfirmed info 28 Mark for manana 29 Weed remover 30 Utah range 31 Scotland town near Ayr 32 ___ a clue 38 Horse's hock 39 Part of NYC 40 Sports surprise 43 They may be blocked 46 Area code 801 residents 48 Ancient creed 49 Wits 50 De-creased 53 Late singer Martha 54 River near Kassel 55 Major attachment 56 Vault 57 Sub in a tub 58 Film director Reitman 59 River to Gulf of Finland 60 Golfer Norman
DEAR ABBY by Abigail Van Buren
VETERANS APPRECIATE GRATEFUL ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SERVICE

DEAR ABBY: As Veterans Day approaches, may I share a few guidelines that can be helpful when interacting with veterans or service members? 1. It is never OK to ask a veteran if he or she has killed someone or to joke about it. If we have, we can't even talk about it with our spouses, much less a stranger. 2. When you thank us for our service or pay for our meal, it is really appreciated. We also appreciate packages and notes. 3. Please don't tell us that wars are a waste of dollars or lives or were fought for oil. What we hear is that, in your opinion, our best friend died for nothing. We know many people disagree with war, but it's better to keep your opinions to yourself. 4. Many of us now have PTSD. If you see us acting anxious or moving away from crowds, turning our backs to the wall or fidgeting, simple kindness or a little distraction will be appreciated. Talk to us about something interesting and give us some breathing room. 5. Please remember that 15 percent of those who serve in the military are women, and some have been in combat. It's better to ask, "Are you a veteran?" rather than, "Was your husband a soldier?" 6. As with any person who has a disability, please do not stare at us. We can be sensitive about our scars or injuries and would prefer not to be asked to relive a difficult experience by being quizzed about what happened. Please also understand that war injuries today are very different than in the past and are often not visible. It is not OK to tell someone they "don't look disabled" or appear to need help. Those of us with disabilities appreciate light conversation and assistance if we look like we are in need. It was my pleasure to serve our country. -- AMANDA C., U.S. ARMY DISABLED VETERAN DEAR AMANDA C.: Thank you for your service. And thank you, too, for your helpful suggestions, which are sure to be appreciated not only by civilians, but also by active and retired members of our military. Readers, as the war in Afghanistan winds down, many thousands of service members are returning home and entering the job market. Please, if possible, honor their courage, dedication and sacrifice by doing your part and providing them with employment. Considering what they have done for us, it is the least we can do to show our appreciation. ** DEAR ABBY: I'm afraid I'm an abusive girlfriend. When I get mad at my boyfriend, I yell at him and call him names. Sometimes I hit him. Even though he really makes me angry, I do love him. I'm not crazy, but I don't know how to control myself. It's not like I'm threatening to kill him. I don't want to go to counseling or group classes. I don't really hit him a lot. I yell more. I also have jealousy issues. What can I do? -- PROBLEM GIRLFRIEND DEAR GIRLFRIEND: Your concern is justified, because you ARE an abusive girlfriend. While I applaud your growing self-awareness, it is very important that you understand the reasons you are behaving this way so you can stop. While you may not like the idea of counseling or group anger management classes, it would be much better if you went voluntarily rather than one day having them court-mandated. **
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1 Double agent 2 Tiptop 3 Precipitous transition 4 Smoker, at times 5 Not alkaline 6 Unwelcome end, with the 7 Pack ___ 8 Wall St. workplace 9 Weill collaborator 10 Pitch better than 11 Tax amount? 12 Artois articles 13 Hey you! 21 Untagged in tag 22 Play part, to Gina 25 Bar servings
By Holiday Mathis
ACROSS
1 French Sudan, today 5 Analogous 9 Appear suddenly 14 All-comers tournament 15 Slicker's home 16 Completely botches 17 Rachels older sister 18 Leggy wader 19 Rock and room extensions
20 Stand proudly 23 Novelist Gould 24 River into Issyk-Kul 25 Tell tall tales 33 Beautiful woman of paradise 34 Atom with a charge 35 Livorno lucre 36 N ___? : Agatha Christie novel 37 Vivid description
week 11/08 - 11/14

stand that no one knows the weight of another person's backpack until they have actually strapped it on and walked in it a few miles. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). There have been many times in your life when you have responded to pressure by doing something amazing. It will bolster your confidence to remember this and retell the stories. The latter week brings new risks, and you need to be in tiptop shape to take them on. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The biggest danger you face this week is the danger of arrogance. By resolving to be humble in all things, you will avoid all problems. Also, do not give advance thanks. When you're already grateful for what you don't yet have, you could come across as entitled or pushy to those who hold the keys to your bounty. THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS: You'll start this new cycle of your life by looking within. You'll clear ideas that once held you back. Someone commits to you in writing this month. December travel leads to a professional break. Friendship will help you develop your talents in January. Seek a mentor. This is bigger than what you can accomplish on your own. You'll love the adoration that comes your way in February. May is your chance to prove yourself to an authority figure or a group of your peers.
Hecate's Moon Lends a Hand

Traffic lights were invented because most accidents occur at intersections. It's the same in life. We're most vulnerable during the transitional times. Guides are appreciated. One such guide was the Greek goddess Hecate, the goddess of crossroads. This week's new moon in Scorpio is also "Hecate's moon," named for the goddess who encourages us to ask for help getting through the passages. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You really don't need others to tell you you're great in order to feel at your confident best. Then again, it certainly doesn't hurt. So choose your friends carefully. If they are not supportive members of Team You, why do you keep them around? The answer to this question may illuminate new options. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You like to observe and learn, but you also realize that doing this is only the beginning of a growth process. In order to really improve, you have to apply what you learned. You have to get into the mix and experience things on your own. That's what this week is about: moving "student" to "player." GEMINI (May 21-June 21). "Insecurity" has a bad connotation, and yet a person in an enclosed or restricted environment longs to be literally insecure: for the securing devices to be lifted. This week you may wonder what and whom to trust and hold on to. Think of this as a kind of freedom. You can be anyone you want to be. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Passion is not some kind of rare seashell you find one day while combing the beach. It's not outside of you. It's an inner response that will burble up when it's good and ready. Forcing things won't make it happen. Expose yourself to different situations, and your passion will emerge, taking you by surprise. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll be working closely with others. Decide on one point person to help the group, and try to move forward together. It takes a superhuman to speak only kind words about others. Besides, a feckless leader is better than no leader at all. A unified intention will make up for a lack of experience. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Logical people assume that decisions made in the heat of emotion are bad ones and those born of a cool, reasonable frame of mind are good. It isn't necessarily true, and it won't be true this week. Trying to be too logical will bog you down. Being slow to act will lead to missed opportunities. Trust yourself. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). It takes so much energy to judge others. You'll be doing something more exciting with your time. Besides, people often condemn others for the crimes they themselves are guilty of committing. If you feel judgmental, pondering the personal implications is usually enough to inspire you to let it go. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You are sensitive to energy, especially that which is nervous or negative in tone. But you don't always feel it's right to run in the opposite direction just because you detect a bad vibe, especially when you think you might be able to do something to help. Your generosity will be best appreciated now through Wednesday. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Control issues arise. Do you mind being wrong? Your tolerance for standing corrected will play a key role in a relationship's development. As Mercury travels backward through your sign, you might find you're happier when you say "I was wrong" and move on together than when was you say "I was right" and move on alone. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You will be extremely helpful, compassionate and empathetic to the plight of your fellow travelers. As the climber of the zodiac, you live by certain wisdom. For instance, you under-
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LESS TELEVISION BENEFITS CHILDREN IN THE LONG RUN

Q: The TV is always on at our house! I like to do other activities with the kids, but I just can't pull everyone away from the TV. What is the appropriate amount of time to spend watching TV each day, and how can I get my family interested in other activities? Jim: The solution to your dilemma can be summed up in three words: Turn it off! Countless studies testify to the detrimental effects of too much TV exposure, especially on children. It places them at higher risk for obesity, smoking, learning difficulties and being bullied. I could go on ... And I will! There's also the issue of content. Whether through advertising or depictions of sex and violence,
thought of curtailing their TV intake. Your family can go outside. In the warmer months, your family can play miniature golf or visit the local swimming pool. You can get involved in charity work as a family. Your kids will likely relish the opportunity to engage in physical activity as a family and will thank you in the long run. **** Jim Daly is a husband and father, an author, and president of Focus on the Family and host of the Focus on the Family radio program. Catch up with him at www.jimdalyblog.com or at www.facebook.com/DalyFocus.
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it's likely your children are receiving messages that you don't want them to hear. Television isn't inherently evil, of course, and I'm not suggesting that you make your kids quit "cold turkey" (although many families, including my own, have made their homes largely TV-free, with no regrets). Considering the steady diet to which they've become accustomed, your children will likely balk at the
SPOTLIGHTEPNEWS.COM NOVEMBER 08, 2012 PAGE 10 'tween 12 anD 20 by Dr. robert wallace
Teen Girls Smoke More Than the Boys

DR. WALLACE: You said in a recent column that the younger teens are when they start smoking, the more difficult it is for them to kick the habit. At what age do teens start smoking? Where can I find the latest data on teen smoking? I'm planning on taking a health class next semester, and I want to get a head start on teen smoking. Corina, Del Rio, Tex. CORINA: The American and Canadian Lung Associations have an abundance of informative booklets on the subject of tobacco use. One such booklet, "Facts About Cigarette Smoking," addresses your question. It states that, of the high school seniors who had smoked, approximately 25 percent reported smoking their first cigarette before sixth grade; 50 percent were smoking by eighth grade and 75 percent by ninth grade. As you can see, most teens start smoking at a very tender age. It has taken many decades, but teen girls have a higher percentage of smokers than teen boys. The shocking statistic is that if all the young people in the United States now smoking continue to smoke cigarettes as adults, then at least 5 million of them will die of smoking-related diseases. Each year, more than 390,000 Americans die from the effects of cigarette smoking. It's extremely important for young people to understand the serious health-related problems that are caused by smoking. It's much more productive to convince a teen not to start smoking rather than to stop smoking as an adult.
Long Distance Romances Rarely Succeed

DR. WALLACE: Nate and I dated for more than seven months when I lived in Cleveland, and we were a great couple. Two months ago, my dad was transferred to Portland, Maine by his company, and Nate and I agreed to continue to be a couple. I've adjusted to living in New England and have made many new friends, but the problem is that I miss going out on dates. I've been asked out by two guys and both times I said no, but only because I have a boyfriend in Cleveland. I thought I would be going back to Cleveland to spend some time because my grandmother still lived there, and I could stay with her. But it turns out that my grandmother has moved to Portland to live with our family now. I still like Nate very much. He was my first boyfriend, but now I don't know when we will be seeing each other again. It would be hard for me to break up with him, but I think we should begin dating other people in our hometowns. What do you think? Carly, Portland, Maine CARLY: For teens, long-distance romances rarely succeed. Contact Nate and tell him that he is still special to you, but that it might be better for both of you to start dating others because of the distance. Tell him that you still want to stay in close contact with him and hope that in the future you can both spend time together. Putting your relationship on hold for a while allows you both to enjoy school activities and still means you might see each other on vacations or in summer. You never know what the future might bring. Dr. Robert Wallace welcomes questions from readers. Although he is unable to reply to all of them individually, he will answer as many as possible in this column. E-mail him at rwallace@galesburg.net.
'Forza Horizon' is no Sunday Drive

DEVELOPER: Turn 10 PUBLISHER: Microsoft SYSTEM: Microsoft Xbox 360 PRICE: $59.99 ESRB RATING: Teen REVIEW RATING: 4.0 stars (out of 5) I'm not a big fan of racing simulations, mostly because I prefer slamming the virtual pedal to the metal more than slamming on the brakes. So imagine my surprise at being able to skid around corners in openroad races while playing the newly released "Forza Horizon," a series known for hardcore sim races on closed circuits. This fun game may not have a brand new engine, but there has definitely been some tweaking under the hood. For starters, "Forza Horizon" has an actual storyline that takes place in a romanticized version of Colorado where the gorgeous backgrounds shine as much as the fancy paint jobs on each vehicle! Hundreds of promising drivers flock to the honorable Horizon Festival in an attempt to achieve fame, and players assume the role of one of these gearheads. that want to lessen the difficulty. "Forza Horizon" promotes fun over realism and is a welcome departure from the serious aspect of racing.
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In addition to traditional closed linear races, where walls on each side evoke feelings of claustrophobia, there are open point-to-point races that are much more enjoyable. It's extremely thrilling to dodge oncoming traffic and skid around turns at high speeds while the sun sets in the background. I also love the endurance runs that pit players against rival drivers as well as varying terrain. However, my favorite racing mode takes a cue from the "Burnout" series and lets drivers challenge other drivers in impromptu races. Another fun aspect is the real-time feedback
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Unlike arcade racers, the vehicle handling in this game requires a certain attention to detail to avoid skidding out or crashing. Don't expect to jump right into races and bounce off of walls and other cars in an attempt to "pinball" your way to victory. Turning on all of the driving aids won't ensure that you keep the car on the road, but it is a nice option for those
STAY need a little help toSTAY ACTIVE WARM, get through cold weather Older dogs
By Dr. Marty Becker and Gina Spadafori Universal Uclick old weather is ruff, er, rough on older dogs, but they dont have to be miserable. Your dogs health in later years is not entirely in your control, but you can have a real impact on a pets attitude by keeping him warm, comfortable and keeping his mind and body gently active. As your dog ages, increase the frequency and diminish the intensity of his
exercise. Instead of taking your dog to the park once a week to chase tennis balls until hes exhausted, take him for a long walk daily. If your dog is having problems with physical activity, talk to your veterinarian. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications may help, as may supplements such as glucosamine or alternative treatments such as acupuncture. For his mental health, talk to your veterinarian about products that help with brain function. And keep those brain cells clicking by using food
puzzles. These toys require pets to play with them to get the food out, little bits at a time. They can also be a part of your plan to keep your less-active senior dog from putting on excess pounds. Your dog has no real sense of shame or embarrassment, so he suffers no loss of face if you come up with some ideas to make his life a little easier. Truly, the number of ways you can give your oldster a break is limited only by your imagination. Here are a few tips to get you thinking:
Older dogs can enjoy winter more with a little help from their families and their veterinarians.
Think cushioned. Think low. Think heated. Your dog will thank you for all of these thoughts, especially in cold weather.
Beds. Think soft.
going down the back porch steps or a slide-out ramp to help your dog get into the car will also be appreciated. While youre making household adjustments, dont forget to make an appointment for a senior dog checkup. Your veterinarian may recommend some diagnostic tests in addition to a physical examination typically, blood work and an X-ray to spot problems early or to establish a baseline of whats normal for your dog. You should also consider having your dogs teeth attended to, because gum infections and mouth pain will severely affect the comfort and health of your dog. Most veterinarians recommend twice-annual checkups for senior dogs, by the way. The senior dog checkup is also a good time to determine if your dogs slowing down means his diet will need to change to take excess weight
off his joints. Helping to keep your older dog healthy and fit will mean his senior years will be happier and more comfortable as time goes by. When the weather is cold, nothing will seem so important to your dog as what you can do to offset the challenges of aging.
Clothes. Older dogs, like older people, have a more difficult time maintaining their body temperature. This problem is even more pronounced in slender, shortcoated breeds like the greyhound or whippet. So check out the sweater selection at your local pet-supply store, repurpose thrift-store childrens clothes, or make your own if youre crafty.
If your dog is allowed on the couch and the bed, get steps to help him if he can no longer make it in one jump. You wouldnt want to watch TV without your dog at your side, would you? A permanent ramp
Feline Fiesta
Animal Services in partnership with the Humane Society will host Feline Fiesta starting Sunday,
Ramps and steps.
November 11 thru Saturday November 17th.

All shelter felines will have a special adoption fee of just $40 which will include age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip and spay/neuter surgery. (915) 621-6754
Now Showing SKYFALL

Open XD and IMAX 11/08/12 Open Nationwide 11/09/12 Runtime 142 min MPAA Rating PG-13 for Smoking, Language, Intense Violent Sequences, Some Sexuality. Starring Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes, Albert Finney, Brnice Marlohe, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw, Helen McCrory, Rory Kinnear Genre Action, Thriller, Adventure Synopsis In SKYFALL, Bonds loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.
Schedule good for Nov 9th
ALEX CROSS (PG13)11:00 | 5:10 | 7:45 ARGO(R)11:00 | 4:15 | 7:05 CLOUD ATLAS (R)1:35 | 10:15 FLIGHT (R)12:00 | 4:00 | 7:10 | 10:20 FRANKENWEENIE 2D (PG) 7:15 | 9:35 FRANKENWEENIE 3D (PG) 11:00 | 1:20 | 4:00 FUN SIZE (NR)12:30 | 2:50 | 5:10 | 7:30 | 9:50 | 12:10am HERE COMES THE BOOM (PG) 1:15 | 4:00 | 7:10 | 10:00 HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2D (PG) 12:00 | 2:25 | 9:45 HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3D (PG) 4:50 | 7:15 MAN WITH THE IRON FISTS, THE (R)11:00 | 1:30 | 4:00 | 7:15 | 9:45 | 12:15am PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4 (R) 1:00 | 3:20 | 5:30 | 8:10 | 11:00 SILENT HILL: REVELATION 2D (R) 11:15 | 1:40 | 4:05 SILENT HILL: REVELATION 3D (R) 7:00 | 9:25 | 11:50 SINISTER(R)12:15 | 2:50 | 5:30 | 8:15 | 11:30 SKYFALL (PG13)11:00 | 1:00 | 2:15 | 4:15 |5:25 | 7:30 |9:00 |11:00 | 12:00am TAKEN 2(PG13)12:00 | 1:50 | 2:25 | 4:50 | 7:20 | 9:45 | 10:15 | 12:10am WRECK IT RALPH 2D (PG) 11:30 | 2:10 | 4:50 | 7:30 | 10:10 WRECK IT RALPH 3D (PG) 11:00 | 1:40 | 4:20 | 7:00 | 9:40
Premiere Cinemas
6101 Gateway West S.15 Schedule good for Friday Novembre 9th
ARBITRAGE (R)10:30 am | 1:20 pm | 4:05 pm | 6:55 pm | 9:40 pm *CLOUD ATLAS (R)10:30 am | 2:15 pm | 6:05 pm | 9:45 pm END OF WATCH (R)10:30 am | 11:30 am | 1:30 pm | 2:30 pm | 4:30 pm 5:30 pm | 7:30pm | 8:30pm | 10:30 pm *HERE COMES THE BOOM (PG) 10:45 am | 11:05 am | 1:30 pm | 1:50 pm | 4:15 pm 4:35 pm | 7:00 pm | 7:20 pm | 9:45 pm | 10:05 pm 2D HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (PG) 10:30 am | 1:15 pm | 4:00pm | 6:45 pm | 9:35 pm *3D HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (PG) 11:00 am | 1:45 pm | 4:30pm | 7:15 pm | 10:00 pm PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4 (R) 10:30am | 1:05 pm | 3:40 pm | 6:15 pm | 8:50 pm PITCH PERFECT (PG-13)10:50 am | 1:45 pm | 4:40 pm | 7:35pm | 10:30 pm *SINISTER (R) 10:55 am | 1:45pm | 4:35 pm | 7:25 pm | 10:15 pm TAKEN 2 (PG-13) 10:40am | 11:10 am | 11:45 am | 1:15 pm | 1:45 pm | 2:20 pm | 3:50 pm | 4:20 pm | 4:55 pm | 6:30pm 7:00pm | 7:30pm | 9:05 pm | 9:40 pm | 10:05 pm *THE DETAILS (R)10:35 am | 1:30 pm | 4:25 pm | 7:15 pm | 10:05 pm *2D WRECK-IT RALPH (PG)10:45 am | 11:30am | 1:45pm | 2:30pm 4:45 pm | 5:30pm | 7:45pm | 8:30pm | 10:45 pm *3D WRECK-IT RALPH (PG)10:30 am 1:30 pm | 4:30 pm | 7:30 pm | 10:30 pm *3D D-BOX WRECK-IT RALPH (PG) | 10:30am | 1:30pm | 4:30pm | 7:30 pm | 10:30 pm
CINEMARK CIELO VISTA

Gateway West Blvd/Cielo Vista Mall
Schedule good for Friday Nov 9th

Skyfall PG-13142 Mins Digital Cinema 10:00am | 11:30am | 1:45pm | 3:00pm | 5:30pm | 6:30pm 9:15pm 10:00pm Flight R139 Mins Digital Cinema 10:05am | 12:00pm | 1:30pm | 3:30pm | 4:45pm | 6:45pm 8:15pm 10:00pm The Man with the Iron Fists R96 Mins Digital Cinema 10:15am | 1:15pm | 4:15pm | 7:15pm | 10:15pm Chasing Mavericks PG117 Mins Digital Cinema 7:00pm | 10:00pm Fun Size PG-1390 Mins Digital Cinema 10:20am | 1:20pm | 4:20pm 7:20pm 10:20pm Silent Hill: Revelation R94 Mins RealD 3D 11:40am | 5:40pm Digital Cinema 2:40pm | 8:40pm Alex Cross PG-13101 Mins Digital Cinema 10:35am | 1:35pm | 4:35pm 7:35pm 10:35pm Argo R120 Mins Digital Cinema 10:30am | 1:30pm | 4:30pm | 7:30pm | 10:30pm Seven Psychopaths R111 Mins Digital Cinema 12:30pm | 3:30pm | 6:30pm | 9:30pm FrankenweeniePG87 Mins Digital Cinema 10:00am | 1:00pm | 4:00pm Looper R118 Mins Digital Cinema 11:00am | 2:00pm | 5:00pm | 8:00pm Bless Me, Ultima PG-13102 MinsDigital Cinema10:10am | 1:10pm | 4:10pm 7:10pm 10:10pm The Perks of Being a Wallflower PG-13103 Mins Digital Cinema 10:05am | 1:05pm | 4:05pm | 7:05pm | 10:05pm
CINEMARK 14 - EL PASO
West side of El Paso at Mesa & I-10

Skyfall PG-13142 Mins Cinemark XD 9:05am | 12:25pm | 4:05pm | 7:30pm | 10:50pm Digital Cinema 10:45am | 1:35pm | 2:05pm | 4:55pm 6:40pm 10:05pm Wreck-It Ralph PG98 MinsRealD 3D 9:00am | 11:50am | 12:50pm | 3:10pm | 6:30pm 7:05pm 9:35pm Digital Cinema 9:50am | 10:55am | 2:15pm | 3:55pm | 5:35pm | 8:40pm | 10:20pm Flight R139 Mins Digital Cinema 9:35am | 12:50pm | 4:10pm | 7:25pm | 10:45pm The Man with the Iron Fists R96 MinsDigital Cinema 10:20am | 1:30pm | 4:40pm 7:50pm 10:25pm Paranormal Activity 4 R84 MinsDigital Cinema 8:15pm | 10:35pm Cloud AtlasR164 Mins Digital Cinema 9:55am | 2:00pm 6:10pm 9:55pm Fun SizePG-1390 Mins Digital Cinema 10:15am | 1:15pm Argo R120 Mins Digital Cinema 9:15am | 12:30pm | 3:50pm | 7:35pm | 10:30pm Here Comes the Boom PG104 MinsDigital Cinema 10:00am | 1:10pm 4:25pm 7:15pm 10:05pm SinisterR110 Mins Digital Cinema 10:40am 5:00pm 7:55pm 10:55pm Taken 2 PG-1393 Mins Digital Cinema 9:20am | 1:05pm | 4:00pm | 7:00pm | 9:40pm Hotel Transylvania PG91 Mins RealD 3D 9:30am | 3:45pm | 9:50pm Digital Cinema 12:40pm | 6:40pm
EAST POINTE MOVIES 12
TINSELTOWN
Las Palmas i-10 @ Zaragosa
Schedule good for 11/09- 11/15

2D BRAVE(PG)11:20a |1:45p |4:10p|6:30p| 8:55p 3D BRAVE(PG)12:15p|2:40p|5:00p |7:30p | 9:55p DIARY OF A WIMPY KID:DOG DAYS (PG) 11:00a | 1:30p | 4:00p 2D ICE AGE CONTINENTAL DRIFT (PG) | 11:05a | 3:35p | 8:30p 3D ICE AGE CONTINENTAL DRIFT (PG) | 1:20p | 6:10p 2D MADAGASCAR 3:EUROPE'S MOST WANTED (PG) 12:30p | 5:10p 2D PARANORMAN (PG) 11:10a | 3:50p | 8:40p 3D PARANORMAN (PG) 1:35p | 6:20p 2D RESIDENT EVIL: RETRIBUTION (R) | 11:40a | 4:20p | 9:10p 3D RESIDENT EVIL: RETRIBUTION (R) | 1:55p | 6:50p TED (R) 7:00p | 9:25p THE CAMPAIGN (R) 2:55p | 7:25p | 9:40p THE DARK KNIGHT RISES (PG-13) 11:30a | 2:45p | 6:00p | 9:15p THE EXPENDABLES 2 (R) 11:50a | 2:25p | 4:50p | 7:10p | 9:35p THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN (PG) 11:15a | 1:40p | 4:15p | 6:40p | 9:05p THE POSSESSION (PG-13) | 11:25a | 1:50p | 4:05p | 7:20p | 9:45p TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE (PG-13) | 11:35a | 2:05p | 4:40p | 7:15p | 9:50p
I-10 & Lee Trevino

Skyfall PG-13142 MinsCinemark XD 12:00pm | 3:30pm 7:00pm | 10:30pm Digital Cinema 10:15am | 11:05am 12:45pm | 1:45pm 2:35pm | 4:20pm | 5:15pm | 6:05pm | 7:50pm | 8:45pm | 9:35pm | 11:20pm Midnight Showtimes (Late Friday Night) 12:05am Wreck-It Ralph PG98 MinsRealD 3D 10:45am 12:10pm 1:35pm 3:00pm 4:25pm | 5:50pm | 7:15pm | 8:40pm | 10:05pm | 11:30pm Digital Cinema 10:00am | 11:25am 12:50pm | 2:15pm 3:40pm | 5:05pm | 6:30pm | 7:55pm | 9:20pm | 10:45pm Flight R139 Mins Digital Cinema 10:30am 11:45am 1:50pm 3:05pm 5:10pm 6:45pm 8:30pm 10:10pm 11:50pm The Man with the Iron Fists R96 Mins Digital Cinema 9:50am | 11:20am 12:40pm 2:00pm | 3:20pm | 4:40pm | 6:20pm | 7:40pm | 9:00pm 10:20pm 11:40pm Paranormal Activity 4 R84 Mins Digital Cinema 9:55am | 12:20pm | 3:10pm 5:40pm | 8:20pm | 11:00pm Midnight Showtimes (Late Friday Night) 12:10am Cloud Atlas R164 Mins Digital Cinema 1:30pm 6:00pm 9:55pm Fun Size PG-1390 MinsDigital Cinema 10:10am12:30pm | 2:55pm | 5:30pm Silent Hill: Revelation R94 Mins RealD 3D 8:10pm | 10:50pm Midnight Showtimes (Late Friday Night)12:01am Argo R120 MinsDigital Cinema 9:45am 1:00pm 4:10pm 7:10pm 10:15pm Here Comes the BoomPG104 Mins Digital Cinema 10:20am 1:05pm 3:50pm 6:35pm 9:25pm Sinister R110 Mins Digital Cinema 10:50am | 1:40pm 4:35pm | 7:45pm | 10:35pmMidnight Showtimes (Late Friday Night) 12:10am Pitch PerfectPG13112 MinsDigital Cinema 10:05am Taken 2 PG-13 93 Mins Digital Cinema 11:30am | 2:20pm 4:55pm 7:30pm 10:25pm Hotel Transylvania PG91 Mins RealD 3D 1:20pm | 6:50pmDigital Cinema 10:40am 4:00pm 9:30pm
PREMIERE MONTWOOD 7
Schedule good for 11/09 - 11/15 BRAVE (PG) 4:25 pm | 6:50 pm | 9:20 pm DARK KNIGHT RISES (PG-13) 4:15 pm | 7:45 pm ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT (PG) | 5:10 pm | 7:25 pm | 9:40 pm PARANORMAN (PG) 4:45 pm | 7:00 pm | 9:15 pm RESIDENT EVIL:RETRIBUTION(R)4:20pm 9:00 p THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN (PG) | 4:50 pm | 7:10 pm | 9:35 pm THE POSSESSION (PG-13) 6:45 pm TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE (PG-13) | 4:30 pm | 7:05 pm | 9:30 pm
2200 N. Yarbrough
Out & About

NORTHEAST/ CENTRAL Royal Run for Hope The 5K run and 1 mile walk benefiting Pediatric Oncology patients at El Paso Childrens Hospital is 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, at The Health Spot, 4717 Hondo Pass. Trophy for top three overall male and female winners in the 5K; medals to top 5K three male and female winners in each age category. Online registration at raceadventuresunlimited.com. Registration; $20 per event by Oct. 26 ($15 military and children 12 and younger and $15 per runner for groups of 10 or more). Registration increases by $5 per event after Oct 26. Los Desarraigados Los Actores Spanish language
theatre company presents the play by Humberto Robles at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9-10, at El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Admission: $10 ($8 seniors, military and students; $6 each groups of 10 or more). Information: 227-2397. The play, directed by Hector Serrano, tells the story of a young Mexican woman who drops unexpectedly into the life of a Mexican American family and forces them to confront their cultural identity.
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with ID; ages 5 and younger free). Parking is free. Information: 443-0824 or AntiqueShoElPaso@aol.com. The show features more than 180 tables with antique firearms, coins, furniture, toys, sports, military and western collectibles, beautiful artworks, unique craft items, glassware and more. Food, beer and wine concessions available, including tacos, enchiladas and more from Lucys Restaurant Free antique appraisals. tion: 533-4248. They will also host writing workshops Nov. 7-9. Call for details. births. Women attending the classes also receive free baby items. Nov. 8 at raceadventuresunlimited.com. Packet pick up is noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, at Up and Running East, 1475 George Dieter, or 7 to 7:45 a.m. on race day at the start line.
Calendar of upcoming events for El Paso/ Southern New Mexico are from November 8th - 14th, 2012
EASTSIDE Hispanic Chamber Fiesta and Piata Bash

El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerces 2012 Fiesta Celebration is 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Wyndham Airport, 2027 Airway, with a tequila toast, cordials and desserts, Latin jazz, piata bar and gift for all attendees. Tickets: $75 ($50 members). Reserved corporate tables: $1,250 ($1,000 members). Information/reservations: 566-4066 or ephcc.org. Keynote speaker is Richard P. Montaez, Executive for Multicultural Sales and Community Activation at PepsiCo, North America. Montaez is also the inventor of Flamin Hot Cheetos. The Piata Bash features thousands of dollars in prizes.
Fall Arts and Craft Fair Our Lady of Mt.

Carmel School, 131 S. Zaragoza, will host its fair 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, with food, music, and a variety of arts and crafts vendors. Admission is free. Information: 859-9848.
El Maida Shrine Circus The 61st annual circus

is Nov. 8-11 at the El Paso County Coliseum, 4100 Paisano, with George Carden Circus International. Showtimes to be announced. Tickets: $20 ($12 children) general admission; $20 box seats. information: 562-1444 or circus@elmaida.com. Web: elmaida.com.
Holiday Festival Antiques, Collectables, Art &

Western Memorabilia Show & Sale The 7th annual fall show is Nov. 10-11 at El Maida Shrine Temple Auditorium, 6331 Alabama. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $3 ($2 active military
Trout Fishing in America The Grammynominated children and folk music duo performs at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9. at St. Clements Parish School, 600 Montana. The pair has been honored with several Parents Choice and National Indie Awards. Tickets: $10. Informa-
St. Timothy Craft Fair St. Timothy Lutheran

Church, 11050 Montwood (at Bobby Jones), will have its annual Craft Fair and Bake Sale 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at the church. Information: 598-2621.
San Elizario Veterans Day Celebration San

Elizario Genealogy and Historical Society hosts its 16th annual patriotic celebration beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, with a parade from San Elizario Cemetery on Thompson Road to Veterans Memorial Plaza in front of historic San Elceario Church for a patriotic service to honor all nations veterans. Grand Marshal is Ramon Holguin. Admission is free. Information: 383-8529. Following the parade is the lighting of the Candles and the POW-MIA table ceremony. Five Korean War Era Veterans will be honored for their service, with patriotic music played by local high school bands. Refreshments offered.
St. Pauls Arts & Crafts Bazaar The St.

Pauls Methodist Womens annual fall bazaar is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at St. Pauls United Methodist Church, 7000 Edgemere, with arts, crafts, bake booth, commercial vendors and more. Proceeds benefit various charities. Information: 772-2734.
Boogie for Babies

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Eta Iota Zeta Chapter hosts the 70s costume dance benefiting the Storks Nest Program 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Lancers Club, 3135 Trawood. Appetizer served until 10:30 p.m. Admission: $30. Information: 238-8936, 504-2283 or zpbetaiotazeta@hotmail.com. Storks Nest Program, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and March of Dimes have collaborated to form a local Prenatal Incentive Education Program for pregnant women to receive free prenatal education as a preventative measure from birth defects and premature
St. Luke Craft Fair St. Lukes United Methodist Church, 9915 Montwood, hosts its late fall craft fair 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Admission is free. Information: 5918126 or stlukemethodist.org. MISSION VALLEY Autism Speaks AmaXing Race The
5K run and 1 mile walk hosted by Alpha Xi Delta is 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Ascarate Park, 6900 Delta. Refreshments and prize drawings available at finish line. Registration: $20 Race day registration: $25. Proceeds benefit Autism Speaks. Online registration through
Jackyl The hard rock

band featuring Jesse James Dupree performs Sunday, Nov. 11, at Socorro Entertainment Center, 11200 Santos Sanchez (off Socorro Road, 4.5 miles southeast of Loop 375). Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is free. Information: 860-7777 or speakingrockentertainment.co m.
WESTSIDE/DOWNTOWN Insights Moves Me 5K and Kids Dash Insights Museums 4th annual fundraising 5K run, 5K and 1 mile walk and 200 meter kids dash is 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Insights Museum, 505 N. Santa Fe. Registration (by Nov. 8): $20 5K ($10 kids dash for ages 12 and younger). Registration Nov. 9-10 increases by $5 per event. Information: Chris Rowley, 478-5663. Online registration at raceadventuresunlimited.com. First 200 registered 5K and 1 mile runners receive t-shirt; back packs and finisher medals for all kids registered for dash. Food and drink available for participants at the finish line.
is free. Information: 227-6002 or youngelpasosingers.org.
UTEP Department of Music Performances are at 7:30 p.m. at Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall, except as noted. Tickets for most performances are $5 ($3 seniors/military/non-UTEP students; free for age 6 and younger/UTEP students/faculty/staff), unless listed otherwise. Ticket information: 747-5606 or utep.edu/music. UTEP Piano Competition The departments 2012 competition is 4 to 7:30 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9-10, in Fox Fine Arts-Room 340. This event gives all entering pianists the opportunity to perform in a competitive setting and receive awards used for educational and career advancements in classical music. The 2012 competition celebrates Dennis Alexander. Admission is free. Information at uteppianocompetition.utep.edu.
Music Releases
November 13th
Aaron Lewis - The Road Action Bronson and The Alchemist Rare Chandeliers Altered Five - Gotta Earn It Bambi Lee Savage - Darkness Overshadowed Black Forest Fire - Transit Of Venus Brian Eno - LUX Celine Dion - Water And A Flame Christina Aguilera - Lotus Clinic - Free Reign Crystal Castles - III Deftones - Koi No Yokan
Veterans Day Brass Concert Quintessential Brass presents a free Veterans Day concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, at UTEPs Fox Fine Arts Center Auditorium. Information: 7319956.
UTEP Mens Basketball The Miners

open their 2012-2013 season against Oral Roberts at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Don Haskins Center. Ticket information:
For God and Country The Young El

Paso Singers, under the direction of Cindy Jay, present a patriotic concert 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at El Paso Museum of History, in honor of Veterans Day and those currently serving or have fallen in service to their country. Singers will be accompanied on piano by Rubin Gutierrez in a program of patriotic and sacred music. Admission
UTEP Womens Basketball The Lady Miners open their season against Loyola Marymount at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, in the Don Haskins Center. Information: 747-5234 or utepathletics.com. 747-5234 or utepathletics.com. UTEP Football The Miners host Central Florida at 5 p.m. Saturday Nov. 10, at Sun Bowl Stadium. Tickets are $20-$55. Ticket information: 747-5234, 544-8444 or utepathletics.com.
Dance for Kids Sake Big Brother Big

Sisters of El Paso will hosts its local take on the show Dancing with the Stars with the 5th annual event 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Plaza Theatre. Local corporate, political and media celebrities star as dancers and judges to money and awareness for the needs of at-risk children and the benefits of Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring. Tickets: $100; $75 age 10 and younger. Information: 544-4203 or bbsep.org. Celebrity guest presenter judge is Mario Lopez, of ABCs Dancing with The Stars, Saved By The Bell, Extra and MTVs Americas Best Dance Crew.
El Perro del Mar - Pale Fire 50 Cent - Street King Immortal Green Day - Dos!
THE BEAT GOES ON, BEAT G AT AND SO DOES THE DO OES
ANDRES FRANCO, CONDUCTOR
Christmas Portion & Hallelujah! Chorus

EL PASO CHORA CHORALE ALE
Levi Hernandez, Baritone Thea Cordova, Soprano Sopra ano Melissa Parks, Mezzo Soprano Francisco A. Almanza, Tenor o Tenor
Compassionate Thanksgiving Vegetarian Society of El Paso hosts its annual vegetarian Thanksgiving feast 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, at Sunland Park Holiday Inn, 900 Sunland Park Drive. Guest speaker is Vegan Outreach cofounder Matt Ball. Meet and greet at 6 p.m. Cost (by Nov. 6): $20; $17 VSEP members and full-time students; $10 age 12 and younger children). Cost after deadline and at the door (if space available) is $25. Information/reservations: 877-3030 or vsepreserve@yahoo.com. Web: vsep.org. Ball is also the author of numerous articles on veganism and is co-author of The Animal Activists Handbook. He was inducted into the Animal Rights Hall of Fame in 2005. Border Peace Through Inner Peace
The monthlong celebration dedicated to Peace on the Border continues through Nov. 18 at the Bhutan Lounge, UTEP Student Union East, 2nd Floor. Free movies and other events will be offered; for schedule, go to borderpeace.com. All events are free. The Venerable Losang Samten will construct a Tibetan Kalachakra Sand Mandala 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily during the celebration. Screenings of Bhutan: Taking the Middle Path to Happiness are at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Nov. 8-9. Tulku Orgyen Phuntsok will talk on Meditation for Inner Peace 4-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11.
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Bizet Symphony No. 1 Handel Messiah (Christmas Portion & rtion Hallelujah! Chorus)
PLAZA THEATRE THEATRE ATRE 7:30PM
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With the support of the City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs department Texas and the Texas Commission on the Arts.
How to Destroy Angels - An Omen [EP] Jan - Jan [Solo project from Kim Talon] Jozef Van Wissem and Jim Jarmusch The Mystery Of Heaven Kim Talon - Kim Talon Lust For Youth - Growing Seeds Midnight Magic - Walking The Midnight Streets One Direction - Take Me Home Oneida - A List of the Burning Mountains OneRepublic - Feel Again Soundgarden - King Animal Stephen Lynch - LION Stumbleine - Spiderwebbed Susan Boyle - Standing Ovation: The Greatest Songs From The Stage The Babies - Our House On The Hill The Rolling Stones - GRRR! [Greatest hits collection] Travis Barker and Yelawolf - Psycho White EP
Lucky Date
Even with an alias like Lucky Date, Jordan Atkins-Loria had to hustle hard to carve out his own space in the electronic dance music world. His diligent devotion to the craft has recently begun to payoff in a big way though. With an inimitable progressive house sound, he's become a sought-after artist and remixer, drawing the attention and endorsement of everyone from David Guetta and Tommy Lee to Porter Robinson and Excision. However, it's taken a lot more than luck for him to get here... Since growing up in San Francisco, rhythm has fueled Jordan's life. At five-years-old, he picked up a drum set and instantly immersed himself in music. During high school, production became his passion. While at an after school program, he learned how to make his own beats and utilize Reason, even selling tracks to local kids for a whopping twenty bucks a pop. An eyeopening experience occurred just before his relocation to Chicago for college though. "I started going to raves in the Bay Area," he recalls. "I was just blown away by electronic music, especially hearing some of the early Benny Benassi material. I knew the production was similar enough to what I'd done with hip hop, but I was still a little nervous to try it. Once I moved to Chicago, I set out to make straight-up electronic and house music." Now, he hasn't turned back. In 2010, Spencer & Hill enlisted his talents for a remix of "Dub Disco", and Jordan simultaneously worked as a synth engineer creating packs of preset sounds for David Guetta as well as others. Concurrently, he created a YouTube channel, featuring his music and demos on how-to produce. The page is something of a phenomenon online, generating nearly 6 million views and garnered over 15k subscribers. It also separates him from the pack. "I didn't get fans the usual way," smiles Jordan. "I got people's attention from my YouTube tutorials. When I was transitioning into electronic music, I searched out a lot of tutorials so I could learn, and there wasn't a whole lot out there. So, I began making them myself. I love teaching, and sometimes I'll even do college seminars at local colleges the day before a show." Buzz began building online for his enigmatic and energetic style, and he quickly became a presence in the scene. His remix of Datsik + Bare's "King Kong" kicked off a remixing a hot streak during 2012. To read the full story please go to www.selectelpaso.com
Nightlife calendar
Nov 10th SUPERNITE (LNSC 3 Year Anniversary) w/ THE RAPTURE (DJ SET) Late Nite Social Club & The 11540 Pelicano El Paso, TX 79936 Nov 24th
SOUNDSYSTEM
(Special Disco Version/DFA) EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT $10 PRESALE TIX AVAILABLE ONLINE NOW: http://fla.vor.us/2218591Late-Nite-Social-Club-tickets.html
SUPERNITE W/ PAT MAHONEY OF LCD SOUNDSYSTEM

Late Nite Social Club & The Lowbrow Present...
PAT MAHONEY OF LCD
Lowbrow Present... A SPECIAL 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF SUPERNITE WITH SPECIAL GUESTS... THE RAPTURE (DJ SET) (VITO & DRUZZI) Nov 14th
SUBTERRANEAN BEAT W/ RUSH MIDNIGHT (EX
TWIN SHADOW) Russ Manning, the bassist of the mighty fine Twin Shadow, has a solo project in the form of Rush Midnight. His +1 EP comes out in October via Cascine and it features The Night Was Young Enough, a dark synthed funk fitting for this impending fall season. TICKET PRICES: $8 PRESALE http://fla.vor.us/2218591Late-Nite-Social-Club-tickets.html Nov 16th LIFE IN COLOR Presents THE E.N.D TOUR | 11.16.12 | El Paso Buchanan's Event Center
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SPRINT CUP
Race: AdvoCare 500 Where: Phoenix International Raceway When: Sunday, 2:00 p.m. (ET) TV: ESPN 2011 Winner: Kasey Kahne (right)
NATIONWIDE SERIES
Race: Great Clips 200 Where: Phoenix International Raceway When: Saturday, 3:30 p.m. (ET) TV: ESPN 2011 Winner: Sam Hornish Jr.
CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS

Race: Lucas Oil 150 Where: Phoenix International Raceway When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. (ET) TV: SPEED 2011 Winner: Kyle Busch
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Tales from Texas

Keselowski perseveres; Patrick shines; Dale apologizes
Brad Keselowski, driver of the No. 2 Dodge, and Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Chevrolet, lead the field on a restart during Sundays Sprint Cup Series AAA Texas 500 at Texas Motor Speedway. (NASCAR photo)
eral really good ones. Im confident that that will come back around, and when it does, well change these seconds and fifths or whatever they are over the last few weeks into wins. I feel like thats bound to happen over the next two weeks, and we have the team to pull it off. I also feel like the way the points are right now, we still control our own destiny, which is if we win the race, we get the points lead. So thats about all you can ask for. Johnson said hes glad the Texas battle didnt end with two wrecked race cars. It just doesnt need to come down to that, he said, adding that Keselowski showed great sportsmanship afterward. The cool thing about it is we walked right up to that line, got right to the edge, and then it stopped. He showed a very classy move coming to Victory Lane and shaking my hand afterwards, too. But Johnson also maintains that hes in the drivers seat of the Chase. Its a small amount of control, but were definitely in control, he said. We dont have to catch any or make up any points. Seven points is nothing to feel comfortable about and to relax on. Were still going to go into Phoenix and act as if were behind and go in there to try to sit on the pole and win the race again. In her first race with Tony Gibson as her crew chief, Danica Patrick had the best run of her brief Sprint Cup career on Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway. She finished 24th and raced on the lead lap, against some of the sports top drivers, for most of the race. We had a really nice first weekend, she said. It was really steady from the beginning. Patrick said her No. 10 Chevrolet was fast from the time the crew pulled it out of the hauler. We just kept on improving with it, she said. I felt like it was a nice progression of the weekend where I actually felt like I knew why I went faster and I knew why I went slower Tony Gibson did such a good job. Im really looking forward to next year. Gibson was among those praising Patricks efforts at Texas. It was a great day and a great weekend for the first weekend working together, he said. Qualifying went really well, and practice went really well. She had an awesome race, and she did a great job. We did the wave around twice and got back on the lead lap early, and she stayed on the lead lap. She ran with guys that shes never run with before: Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Ryan Newman and Denny Hamlin. To come here and run on the lead lap and have a shot at a top-20 was pretty impressive. Continues on page 22 n just his third full Sprint Cup season, Brad Keselowski is hanging tough in a tight championship battle with five-time Cup champ Jimmie Johnson as NASCARs elite series heads to Phoenix International Raceway for the next-to-last race of 2012. At Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday, Johnson won for the second straight week, pushing his points lead over second-finishing Keselowski to seven. But just as he did in the race at Texas, Keselowski is showing that he wont give up. In the closing laps at Texas, Keselowski, racing with two fresh tires to Johnsons four, held the lead until the next-to-last lap with some daring some say dangerous moves. But in the end, he didnt cause a crash, showed class in defeat and said hes not conceding a thing. Im confident that we can execute at a high level, he said. We havent caught good breaks or bad breaks, and [Johnsons] caught sev-
Sensible luxury: the Acura TSX Sport Wagon

system screen. Its remarkably easy to use and very convenient. Being familiar with the TSX sedan, I felt right at home in the Sport Wagon. You would be hard pressed to tell the difference as the sedans characteristics shine through. The 4-cylinder engine really does a fine job at moving the TSX. There is plenty of zip and the 5speed automatic delivers crisp and smooth shifts. Acura puts paddle shifters on the steering wheel, but there really isnt a need to use them on its own, the TSX always seemed eager to rev up to its 7000 RPM redline and sounded great doing it. The TSX handles well too, being very agile, with quick By The Numbers: steering and hardly any bodyroll; its real easy to forget that you are driving a wagon. In my weeks time with the TSX Sport Wagon, I logged nearly 400 miles and managed to get 26 mpg of mostly city driving with the occasional hop on the freeway. Fun and fuel efficient try finding that in an SUV. The packaging of the TSX Sport Wagon is its biggest asset. When compared to an SUV, the Sport Wagon is lighter, more economical and easier to drive, not to mention more entertaining. Ok, the SUV may get the nod when it comes to off-roading, but do you really need to go there? Im just
By Christopher A. Randazzo
thrilled that Acura is making the TSX Sport Wagon, whether we want it or not.
Acura has a nice thing going with the TSX. Being sensible, sporty and luxurious, the smallest sedan from Acura is hardly pretentious. In fact, the TSX is the European version of the Honda Accord. But little do people know that the TSX, as the Sport Wagon, makes for a great alternative to a compact SUV. As the Sport Wagon (remember, the term station wagon is shunned these days) the TSX really matures when it comes to utility. Gone is the smallish 12.6 cubic-foot trunk and instead, the TSX Sport Wagon is able to hold up to 61 cubic-feet of cargo one of the most accommodating wagons in this class. Not that this class is huge. In fact, America has always given a cold shoulder towards wagons. After many have come and gone, currently the only choice for a luxury sport wagon besides the TSX is the BMW 3Series and the Audi A3, although some say the A3s days are numbered. Back to the TSX Sport Wagon. Considering it is a wagon, the TSX Sport Wagon is fairly stylish. Acura designed the TSX sedan to be sporty, yet very clean and conservative and that has transformed into the Sport Wagon nicely. An attractive V shaped front fascia makes the car easily recognizable as an Acura. And out back, two chrome tipped pipes lets others know that the TSX isnt just grandmas grocery getter. Those pipes hook up to a 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine capable of making 205 hp. What about the V6 that is available in the TSX sedan, you ask? Unfortunately Acura will not offer it with the Sport Wagon. Same goes for the six-speed manual that 4-cylinder TSX sedans can get. While the V6 may be missed by some, I doubt those wanting a wagon will mind the lack of a manual transmission. Inside, Acura hit the nail on the head. The TSXs interior is not overly done, but all the things needed are there: leather interior, XM audio system, Bluetooth, power and heated sport seats and a moonroof. And best of all its all standard equipment. In fact, there is only one option available - the Tech Package which includes the navigation system, backup camera as well as a high-end audio system and being a wagon, a power tailgate. My $35,695 TSX had this package and the navigation system proved incredibly easy to use, and it comes with Acuras Voice Recognition system, which lets you talk to the car. Remember back in the 80s we had cars that talked to us by telling us to Please fasten your seatbelts? Well in the TSX, we talk back. Push a steering wheel mounted button, say, Show Chinese restaurants and the system responds by displaying special icons on the nav
2012 Acura TSX Sport Wagon with Tech Package

Base Price: $34,810.00 Price as Tested: $35,695.00 Layout: front-engine / front-wheel drive Engine: 2.4 liter inline-4 Transmission: 5 - speed automatic Horsepower: 201 hp Torque: 170 lb-ft EPA Fuel Economy:22 city / 30 highway mpg [Visit me at www.carsbycar.blogspot.com or email me at autocran@gmail.com]
Continued from page 20 Dale Earnhardt Jr. used his regular media session at Texas to say he regretted his criticism of crew chief Steve Letarte after his finish at Martinsville Speedway. Letarte decided to leave Earnhardt on the track late in the race when many of the leaders, including race leader and eventual winner Jimmie Johnson, stopped for fresh tires. Because so many drivers followed Johnson down pit road it left Earnhardt and Brad Keselowski, who also opted not to pit, at the front initially, but also at a disadvantage. Keselowski hung on to finish sixth, but Earnhardt dropped to 21st. I didnt even think it was a bad call when we made it, Earnhardt said. I was being a bit of a backseat driver or armchair quarterback after the fact. [Letarte] had done a great job, been real supportive of me, and I need to realize he is trying to help me. Hes not trying to throw me to the wolves. He is trying to help me win races.
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Laps led by Jimmie Johnson in the past 15 Sprint Cup races at Phoenix International Raceway, tops among drivers
Laps led by Brad Keselowski in six career Cup starts at Phoenix
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Sprint Cup victories for Chevrolet (following Jimmie Johnsons win in the AAA Texas 500)
Top-five finishes for Carl Edwards in the past 29 Sprint Cup races

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Its all over but the shouting

By Joe Olvera , 2012

Veterans Day Parades The downtown

Cruces Veterans Day parade is 9 a.m.

Veterans Day Parade

Fort Bliss Hosts Vet Day Ceremony

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