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Magistrate Gary R. Jones told family members of Melinda Duckett to drop Trenton's father, Joshua Duckett from the suite. Jones also suggested that this case would be tried in Federal Court and there was no way that the family could sue Joshua Duckett in Federal Court.
Many people feel that American Idol's season six real winner should have been Melinda Doolittle. Where is she now, and what's she doing these days?
The works of Melinda Antoon and Larry Schuh will be on display at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
Among the other things that Bill and Melinda Gates sponsor, they also offer five different scholarships to students.
She is shy. She is talented. But does she have what is needed?
WESH 2 I-Team scans Melinda Duckett's MySpace blog for clues, and turns up only rantings of a young single mother on the edge of breaking. Trenton Duckett's whereabouts remain a mystery.
A review of Woody Allen's latest effort at making pseudo-intellects feel important and film lovers feel suicidal. Short answer: full success!
Fall TV is promising with the show Ghost Whisperer, that will head where it hasn't gone before. To the darkside, as Melinda searches for more information about her family's history and how it relates to the town of Grandview.
In response to a reported case of polio in neighboring Chad, Sudan is beginning a 3-day polio immunization campaign on Aug. 6. It's anticipated that nearly 5 million children will be immunized.
I listened to several women pop stars' rendition of the National Anthem on YouTube: Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Beyonce Knowles, Mariah Carey, Melinda Doolittle, Fantasia , Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Hudson. Who sung the best?
In May of 2006, Melinda Harmon and Mark Mangelsdorf were sentenced to 10-20 years in prison for bludgeoning Melinda's husband to death. Back in 1982, when the crime was committed... it was called the "Nazarene divorce".
Scholar reportedly interrogated about his political views and then deported when he arrived in New York for meetings with the World Bank, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and Centers for Disease Control.
A grant by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with matching funds from the Norwegian government, is being put toward the creation of a "doomsday seed vault".
As Melinda and Bill Gates discovered, small schools keep students, teachers and parents in connection with one another, because all are held accountable, and there is a much greater potential for a real bonding of care and concern to take place.
No harm being a couch pototoe if you are reading a good book!
This week Melinda, Lakisha and Blake serve up the best.
Hopes were high as the twelve American Idol finalists took the stage after a week of rehearsing which included individual sessions for each contestant with Diana Ross.
For years I have believed that Fox Televisions "American Idol" was rigged.
American Idol, the hottest music reality show there is, now in it's 6th season, and it's stirring up wonderings. Is it really about the music or is it a big popularity contest?
Diana Ross was the mentor for Tonights show. Every song that was sung tonight, had been previously sung by Diana Ross, though not necessarily originally sang by Diana.
Whatever your thoughts on Sanjaya Malakar, the American Idol finalist with whispery performances and hula-shaking hips who can't hold a candle to the others in the competition, he's here to stay for another week.
Tonight America has voted and sent another American Idol hopeful into "reject hell
A frenzy of flips and flight makes up the acrobatic artistry of Diavolo presented by Titas March 30th and 31st in Dallas, TX.
My critique of the contestants of American Idol 2007. Top 3, Bottom 3 and who is in the middle.
As the much anticipated live show began, the sixteen contestants performed "Stuck in the Middle with You" and, with the exception of a few more seasoned performers, their nerves got the best of them and the number was flat and boring.
They say he cannot sing, and that he is all looks, but this week I think Sanjaya proved his critics wrong, if they are willing to admit it.
What is wrong with America? Is it really the strength of the Vote For The Worst website that kept him in? This could be the end of American Idol as we know it
American Idol's first "guest mentor", Diana Ross had several kernels of great advice for the contestants. See how they can help ANY aspiring vocal artist...
Stephanie and Phil are tops, Sanjaya and Haley are not.
The new channel aims to "celebrate Latino culture, music and artists."
This past Tuesday on FOX, the sixth season of the voting portion of American Idol began. The top twelve men performed, and Wednesday night, the top twelve women followed suit.
After many negative blog comments, and my article about how he should go home, Sanjaya Malakar actually did a pretty good job on his performance Tuesday, March 20th
In case you missed tonights American Idol show, I thought I would clue you in on the state of the competition. Here are my picks for tonight's American Idol show.
Midwesterners are ready to welcome spring. The Chicagoland Flower and Garden Show is a great time to plan gardens and get landscaping ideas
Trenton Duckett has been missing since August 27, 2006. His family has not given up hope that he will be foudn safely.
When the judges play back the tape tonight I hope they make a note to not throw a back handed "pretty" compliment at contestants to make them "feel better".
I'm clearly in an unhealthy relationship with my television. It serves up a load of superficial, predictable plot lines, poor acting, and eye-rollingly bad dialogue, and I eat it up with the spork that came with my TV dinner.
Twelve is a magic number if you are an American Idol contestant because that means you have made the final cut and are either one of top six male or female vocalists left in the competition, according to the voting public at least.
Forbes Magazine released its annual list of the world's billionaires, and once again Bill Gates and Warren Buffet topped the list. Buffet was also on the list of most generous philanthropists, after pledging more than $43.5 billion in 2006.
American Idol had big news tonight and it wasn't just the final 12 (which in itself should be a story). American Idol announced that there will be a special two night event on April 24 and 25 called Idol Gives Back.
Will Ferrell has become on of the biggest box office draws around. Here are some other movies that star Will Ferrell that you might not know about
Picture in your mind a young girl that is almost done with her freshman year of high school. These next few years are supposed to be some of the best years of this girl's life.
With ratings down on one of their most popular shows, FOX is pulling out all the stops: the crying girl who was given a front row ticket, the weekly contest. But, do these things make up for the underlying problem that this year's top twelve is a showcase of mediocrity?
The American Idol Results Show for season 6 has aired. We now know who the top three contestants are...Throughout the competition these three ladies stood out to many.
The bottom three wasn't surprising except for the missing body of Sanjaya.
Howard Stern has been promoting voting for the "worst performer" in an effort to derail the American Idol TV show.
Chris Richardson has been overlooked by many, and outright dismissed by others, but he has a chance to emerge as the dark horse in the competition.
There have been many controversies about American Idol over the years, but this year's could start the downfall of the show.
American Idol is very popular in the Country. Watching the contestants, and getting a view into their personal life is very interested for some. Everyone has a favorite of who they would like to win. Here is a brief bio for the top 12 contestants.
The Power Of Three will set us free.
Find out how to start a career as a background singer.
Yeah, we all know that they're going on tour, but what everyone's dying to know is what are they doing now? Get the latest scoop as I've discovered it.
Well, it's about that time, people. Who is it going to be, Jordin or Blake? Find out what is on each of the finalists minds about the outcome of the fifth season.
Who can't get enough of American Idol? According to "The Secret" thinking becomes a thing in the real world, so I guess I'll take credit for what's going on this year in American Idol. Check out the latest additions
Well, pretty soon another great season of American Idol will be over. Find out all about Jordin Sparks and see if she has what it takes to win the competition.
After the unexpected departure of the very talented Stephanie Edwards from American Idol last week, I was not even sure that I wanted to continue watching this program. This season has really turned into a popularity contest of major proportions.
CBS television with Sander/Moses Productions and Touchstone Television is launching the first series of webisodes in connection with their second season of Ghost Whisperer, starring Jennifer Love Hewitt. Check out what happened as I visited the set of this exciting CBS show.
Home Movies has been one of the best shows on Cartoon Network's late night block of cartoons called Adult Swim. Here are some of the best episodes.
While VoteForTheWorst.com encourages viewers to vote for Sanjaya, "J" from New York is starving herself until Sanjaya is voted off. Could there be a more pointless hunger strike?
Father of missing Leesburg toddler Trenton Duckett Scrutinizes Investigation into son disappearance by Marion County Sheriff's Office.
After Tuesday night's show, blogger wondered if Americasn Idol was up to one of its ratings stunts.
With the final elimination looming before the selection of the ten finalists who will go on the American Idol tour this summer, the remaining eleven contestants competed one more time.
Polished studio recordings may have a serious impact on who will be voted off and who will remain standing on the American Idol finale in May.
Lady Heather, CSI's resident dominatrix is slated to return in the May, 10 episode entitled The Good, the Bad and The Dominatrix.
"American Idol" may have 'jumped the shark'. In its sixth season, the popstar-making program seems to have drug the American talent pool dry. Despite a few stand out talents, this years finalists are the weakest ever in "Idol" history.
Gates will be given the doctorate at Harvard's 356th Commencement, which takes place on June 7. He'll also be the principal speaker at the event
American Idol has become a popularity contest rather a singing competition, at least in Sanjaya Malakar's case.
Idol fans everywhere waited in anticipation last night, while contemplating what possible thing under-dog, Sanjaya Malikar could pull out of his hat.
The Pension Protection Act of 2006 brings new changes to those considering retirement at any point. This act is helping you build retirement savings, protect your pension and making charitable contributions easier.
As an American Idol addict, I have been as puzzled as the next person as to why Sanjaya is still on American Idol when it's obvious he can't sing. A DJ out of Little Rock, Arkansas, Jason Cage, has vowed not to bathe until he's voted off.
2006 is no more. Still, there are television happenings from that year that still deserve an honorable mention.
Warren Bufffett is the greatest investor of all time. His value assessment principles and careful investments in companies have created unbelievable wealth for him and the investors in his company.
Read about soap making oils and their benefits. Learn what soap making oils add lather to soap and which one adds bubbles. Also read which soap making oils are good for your skin and how much of these oils you should use in your soap recipes.
She never suspected she'd get her first big lead from a dead man, nor the partnership of a magician who's seen better days. But, then, her quarry is none other than Wolverine, he of X-Men fame.
Bill Gates revealed on the Charlie Rose show that he was completely ignorant of the American economic system when he admitted that he didn't know that medical research funds were determined by demand and profit.
Instead of writing a private complaint letter to Washington Mutual about my recent experience in opening a checking account, I decided that an article would be better. So, come read about the poor customer service I experienced.
Will Ferrell spawned a slew of memorable characters on NBC's Saturday Night Live and became the highest paid member of the show. His popularity on SNL has trickled over into the movie industry and has created some great successes for Ferrell's resume.
Idlewild, a new film starring Atlanta's hottest rap duo, Outkast, finally has hit theaters. This is a review of a very entertaining and somewhat animated movie that many can relate to.
Thomas Jefferson wrote "…that the children of the poor must be thus educated at common expense" over 100 years ago and Americans businesses and organizations still take this to heart.
Misoprostol, an "off the shelf" product, has been shown to cause a significant reduction in deaths die to postpartum hemmorrhage.
Nancy Grace, the CNN scare woman, is accused of plagarism.
Television hosts walk a fine line with the kind of pieces they present. Does freedom of speech give these people the right to be careless with their treatment of others? Nancy Grace seems to think so.
The 140 square miles that make up Lana'i entice travelers who are looking for a relaxing stay in a tropical setting, where they will be pampered in their own private paradise, an island with only 3,200 residents.
Too many toys on the market today do all of the thinking for children. They kill any creativity. The next time you need a gift for a child consider creating a gift basket that will inspire creative thinking. Just add imagination!
There's a new weapon in the arsenal against cervical cancer. The makers of Gardasil, Merck & Co., prove that preventing cancer is possible.
CBS has a new show on Friday nights. Ghost Whisperer, is a hit starring Jennifer Love Hewitt. But the idea for this show came from a real Ghost Whisperer who lives in Cleveland, Ohio.
Music critics said rap music wouldn't last. Record companies said it was too harsh and black-oriented. In twenty years, rap music has grown from its street beginnings in Harlem and the South Bronx.
There is little incentive to develop orphan drugs for rare diseases. Therefore, there are government programs to provide incentives.
A recap of the tenth episode of American Idol 2005
How to decypher common latin plant names.
Larry and Sharon Carr hosted members of the Cancer Research Foundation of North Texas in their home in February.
A list of names for a baby girl.
Levin's Not Buying It is a facinating read, but take a tip from the author: save your money and borrow it from the library.
CBS's popular Ghost Whisperer show shakes things up with a supernatural cliff hanger!
The Edgar Allan Poe awards honors the best in mystery fiction, non-fiction, tv, and film either published or produced in the preceding year.
American schools are no longer the gold-standard of the industrialized world. We have dropped from number 1 to number 24 in just under twenty years.
Most of us have a preconception that rich people give less money than you and I. Are we wrong and somehow jealous of the wealthy subconsciously, or are they actually stingier than you and I when it comes to giving?
The 2006 Austin Film Festival Award winners are announced. Tonight also had screenings for Bobcat Goldthwait's film Sleeping Dogs Lie and a Japanese stop motion puppet animation The Book of the Dead.
A tongue-in-cheek thank you letter to Time Magazine for choosing "me" as person of the year for "my" contributions to the web that will move the control of the internet from institutions to the individual.
The writers at Associated Content didn't skip a beat this year in reporting the latest scandal in 2006! AC writers ventured into every possible domain to write about scandals that rocked the US in 2006!