Victor Medina
Living in Dallas, TX
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Victor is a Community Voices columnist for the Dallas Morning News and also writes for 10Best.com. He served as editor of the NORTH TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS REPORT and was featured in THE WALL STREET JOURNAL & several national magazines.
Victor is a Community Voices columnist for the Dallas Morning News and also writes for 10Best.com. He served as editor of the NORTH TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS REPORT and was featured in THE WALL STREET JOURNAL & several national magazines.
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Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison is running for Texas governor, whether we want her to or not.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/26/2009 | Read more »
The classic Disney film 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea still entertains audiences after all these years.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/13/2009 | Read more »
The anti-big government tea parties were widely criticized and ridiculed by the media. Their shameless arrogance knows no bounds.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
IKEA's Detolf glass cabinet is a great, inexpensive way to display your collectibles. It is especially suitable for sports collectibles of all kinds.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/27/2009 | Read more »
Rapper Gorilla Zoe angered parents at a Dallas middle school after a poster promoting his gangster image was given to students.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/10/2009 | Read more »
The mouth and ego of Terrell Owens wrote checks his body couldn't cash, and it cost him his job.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/5/2009 | Read more »
With the world now concerned with matters closer to home, rockets from Gaza continue to hit Israel.
By Victor Medina | Published 2/28/2009 | Read more »
HD-DVD may have lost out to Blu-ray in the high definition DVD format war, but you can still use it in your home to enjoy movies.
By Victor Medina | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez is trying to make amends for his admitted steroid use, including joining the Taylor Hooton Foundation, which educates youth about the dangers of steroids and other performance enhancing substances.
By Victor Medina | Published 2/22/2009 | Read more »
Kinsler, Pedroia, and Utley lead a talented band of second basemen who can hit for average and power.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/31/2009 | Read more »
David Ortiz, Jim Thome and Jason Giambi are the best DHs in the American League and would be a key addition to any keeper fantasy baseball league team.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/31/2009 | Read more »
Jonathan Papelbon of the Boston Red Sox is the #1 relief pitcher in all of baseball, and would be a great addition to any team.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/31/2009 | Read more »
For keeper fantasy league baseball owners, third basemen Alex Rodriguez, David Wright, and Michael Young are must-have players.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/31/2009 | Read more »
Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians and Josh Hamilton of the Texas Rangers are among the best center fielders in baseball and good choices for your keeper fantasy league baseball team.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/31/2009 | Read more »
Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers and Alfonso Soriano of the Chicago Cubs are the top two left fielders in all of baseball, and a sure bet for keeper fantasy baseball league team owners.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/30/2009 | Read more »
Elvis Andrus and Neftali Feliz are Texas Rangers rookies looking to make an impact in 2009, and could be nice additions to your fantasy baseball team.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/29/2009 | Read more »
Disaster Movie, Meet the Spartans, The Love Guru and The Hottie and the Nottie highlight the films nominated as the worst in Hollywood in 2008.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/24/2009 | Read more »
Twenty five American films, including "Terminator," "Deliverance," and "Sgt. York" have been named to the Library of Congress' National Film Registry.
By Victor Medina | Published 1/3/2009 | Read more »
Twenty years after his baseball card was printed with an obscene word, Bill Ripken admits it was his mistake.
By Victor Medina | Published 12/24/2008 | Read more »
The best shows on network TV may include some shows you should be watching, including Chuck, Fringe, and Terminator.
By Victor Medina | Published 12/1/2008 | Read more »
The Sci-Fi Channel has some of the best shows on television, and in 2008, Battlestar Galactica, Stargate: Atlantis, and Eureka led the way.
By Victor Medina | Published 11/30/2008 | Read more »
The top five independent movies of 2008 were often better than mainstream films made with more money.
By Victor Medina | Published 11/29/2008 | Read more »
Visitors to TV.com have elected a president - John Locke from Lost!
By Victor Medina | Published 11/10/2008 | Read more »
Oprah Winfrey is all ego and no class as she rubs the election outcome in America's face.
By Victor Medina | Published 11/9/2008 | Read more »
The athletic outdoor look started by Lara Croft is now a fashion statement.
By Victor Medina | Published 11/6/2008 | Read more »
There have been rumors that presidential candidate Barack Obama and Cobra Commander are the same person. Here is the proof!
By Victor Medina | Published 10/27/2008 | Read more »
Making a homemade costume of Luke Skywalker for Halloween is easy and inexpensive.
By Victor Medina | Published 10/20/2008 | Read more »
Looking for something to do this October? Here are ten attractions in the Dallas and Ft. Worth area.
By Victor Medina | Published 10/15/2008 | Read more »
While it is difficult to find an effective costume, you can make your own LOST Halloween costume that will be instantly recognizable: Oceanic Flight 815!
By Victor Medina | Published 10/14/2008 | Read more »
'Tis the political season, and in the spirit of the season, we present a limerick for Barack Obama.
By Victor Medina | Published 10/14/2008 | Read more »
Claire Bennet the cheerleader is the hottest character on the popular TV show Heroes. Now, you can make your own Claire costume.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/30/2008 | Read more »
You can buy your own Indiana Jones costume at a Halloween store, or you can make your own if you know where to look.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/25/2008 | Read more »
From Batman to the Hulk, comic book characters are hot this Halloween.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/24/2008 | Read more »
Many women facing menopause are looking for natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy. Here are ten herbs thought to help.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/8/2008 | Read more »
Republican presidential candidate John McCain maintains a large lead over Democratic nominee Barack Obama in a survey of presidential polls in Texas.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/5/2008 | Read more »
If you know where to look, iTunes offers a number of free or low-cost songs, TV shows, movies, and other media.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/5/2008 | Read more »
iTunes Plus, a new service from Apple, will begin offering songs with higher quality audio at the same price as before.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/5/2008 | Read more »
MicroPlace has gained notoriety by providing microloans to the poor who are starting their own business, allowing them to work their way out of poverty.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/3/2008 | Read more »
Hidden in the new trailer for Terminator Salvation is a glimpse of the film's villian.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/31/2008 | Read more »
George Bush seems to be the cause of all our ills. Here are a few more he's responsible for.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/28/2008 | Read more »
If you are ready to join a fantasy football league, here are a few tips to remember.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/25/2008 | Read more »
After weeks of speculation, Barack Obama has made a safe choice by picking Joe Biden as his VP running mate.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/23/2008 | Read more »
Obama is playing President again, but this time, visiting wounded soldiers aren't on the agenda.
By Victor Medina | Published 7/28/2008 | Read more »
Visiting local water parks is a great way to beat the summer heat, and some are even free.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/27/2008 | Read more »
Get Smart was the runaway #1 movie for the weekend ending June 22.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/26/2008 | Read more »
Tuesday's North Texas storms downed trees and power lines and left branches and roof shingles scattered throughout the area. Residents are thankful no serious injuries were reported and damage was superficial.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/25/2008 | Read more »
The Incredible Hulk was the weekend's top movie with a gross of over $54 million.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/19/2008 | Read more »
Uninsured motorists in Dallas will now have their cars towed under a new ordinance passed by the City Council.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/18/2008 | Read more »
"Kung Fu Panda" and "You Don't Mess With the Zohan" opened strong to have big weekends.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/17/2008 | Read more »
Research has shown that adult stem cells may be as effective as embryonic stem cells, and do not require killing the donor to harvest them.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/4/2008 | Read more »
With the current taxpayer having to work full time until April 23 just to pay their annual taxes, several initiatives are underway to relieve the tax burden and cut government spending.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/4/2008 | Read more »
From salads to pastas, to the best pizza in Dallas, Vitto offers some of the best Italian around.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/20/2008 | Read more »
You might think you know Indiana Jones, but there are some little known facts you may not be aware of.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/14/2008 | Read more »
Young or old, single or family, Dallas offers neighborhoods that can meet your needs.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
From devotionals to fiction to books that inspire, there are a wealth of books that your Christian mom will enjoy receiving this Mother's Day.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/1/2008 | Read more »
Less than two years after leading the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals, Avery Johnson has been fired as head coach after another disappointing year.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/30/2008 | Read more »
The DVD for the hit film Cloverfield is not only loaded with great special features (and a hidden Easter Egg), but includes an extra disc that fans will enjoy.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/24/2008 | Read more »
In their first film together, Jet Li and Jackie Chan bring a Chinese legend to life in an exciting fu-fest.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/21/2008 | Read more »
Two of the NBA's best offenses collide in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Point guard Chris Paul powers New Orleans, while Dirk Nowitzki begins another quest for the elusive NBA title.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/20/2008 | Read more »
The Bigfoot Research Organization (BFRO) organizes over 20 expeditions each year in wilderness areas across America in an attempt to find conclusive proof of Bigfoot. Now, anyone interested in the search can join.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/17/2008 | Read more »
EBay buyers and sellers are planning a week long boycott of the auction site in February to protest what they feel is an unnesscessary hike in fees.
By Victor Medina | Published 2/11/2008 | Read more »
What eBay describes as a drop in fees is actually a clever way of charging sellers more. Here is a look inside the numbers and why more of your money is going into eBay's pockets.
By Victor Medina | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Rather than the same old thing, here are ten ideas for Christmas gifts for that special someone.
By Victor Medina | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Autograph dealer Knights of the Realm Collectibles suggests several tips for autograph collectors.
By Victor Medina | Published 11/7/2007 | Read more »
The new CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory is a funny show, thanks to some great casting.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/19/2007 | Read more »
The 1970's Saturday morning TV show Land of the Lost may not be cutting-edge by today's standards, but its charm and originality still win fans.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/14/2007 | Read more »
The negatives for Barack Obama are starting to pile up. His radical liberal record. His flip-flopping. His lack of understanding foreign policy. His willingness to go begging for our enemies to like us. The real Obama is starting to show.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/7/2007 | Read more »
ETopps, maker of Internet-exclusive sport cards, has created a set of "Cards That Never Were" that offer legends like Joe DiMaggio and Nolan Ryan on vintage-styled cards.
By Victor Medina | Published 9/3/2007 | Read more »
District 9-5A in Collin County, Texas is home to some of the state's best high school football teams, including Allen, Plano East, Plano West, Berkner, and Plano.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/27/2007 | Read more »
DVD watching marathons are becoming more popular for viewers looking to catch up on great shows. During marathons, viewers watch most, if not all of an entire season of episodes.
By Victor Medina | Published 7/13/2007 | Read more »
Sellers who have grown tired of ebay's policies and high fees have a number of alternatives. Not all auction websites are created equal, so sellers should consider what each site has to offer.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/20/2007 | Read more »
Virgin Mobile offers a number of great "pay as you go" plans, and as long as you stay within your limits, it can be a nice service, but if you aren't careful, you could end up paying far more than you should.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/18/2006 | Read more »
eTopps cards allow for collectors to purchase only the cards of players they want, which they can store in an online portfolio. Collectors can then buy, sell, and trade their cards, and track their value via ebay.
By Victor Medina | Published 7/25/2006 | Read more »
Rather than visiting the same old amusement parks and mega malls, tourists can get a real "taste of Texas" by visiting the places on this list.
By Victor Medina | Published 7/10/2006 | Read more »
The Alias Index Episode 5 focuses on the Alias series finale and wraps up season five. Hosted by Vic Medina of AliasConnection.com. Recorded May 25, 2006.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/12/2006 | Listen here »
The ALIAS Index Episode #4 is a "podcast" for fans of the hit ABC show ALIAS. Recorded November 5, 2005.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/12/2006 | Listen here »
The ALIAS Index Episode #3 is a "podcast" featuring discussion of the latest episodes of the ABC series ALIAS. This episode was recorded October 26, 2005.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/12/2006 | Listen here »
Episode #2 of the Alias Index "podcast" discusses the latest episodes of the hit ABC show Alias. Recorded October 20, 2005.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/12/2006 | Listen here »
The short-lived Star Wars cartoons of the 1980's, "droids" and Ewoks," spawned a line of action figures that collectors now search for.
By Victor Medina | Published 6/1/2006 | Read more »
Journey is one of the most successful rock bands of all time, and this list of all their albums is a must for pure rock fans.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/31/2006 | Read more »
Even though Alias has aired its final episode, fans can continue to enjoy the series through merchandising.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/31/2006 | Read more »
While most mold is not harmful, many homes may have serious growth that could affect your well being. There are steps you can take to prevent it and clean it if you find it.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/30/2006 | Read more »
The Metroplex Diecast and Collectibles Show offers a wied variety of modern collectibles for diecast, toy, comic, and card collectors.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/30/2006 | Read more »
At Star Wars fan conventions, nerds and geeks of all types get a chance to shine as they celebrate their pop-culture obsessions.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/29/2006 | Read more »
With a news media obsessed with celebrity, personalities like the Dixie Chicks can create their own personalized comeback, even if fans do not want it.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/26/2006 | Read more »
The cast of the NBC hit The Office were largely unknown before joining the show, but that has quickly changed.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/23/2006 | Read more »
This audio "podcast" features a discussion of the TV show Alias on ABC. Hosted by Victor Medina of AliasConnection.com. Episode date: October 15, 2005. Find out the latest news and rumors about the TV show Alias and the stars!
By Victor Medina | Published 5/22/2006 | Listen here »
When your DVD or video game collection takes up too much space, you can make your own storage albums that can save a lot of shelf space.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/22/2006 | Read more »
After barely missing the playoffs last year, look for the Chiefs to draft heavily on defense in 2006, to give the offense a chance to carry them into the playoffs.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/10/2006 | Read more »
Jeff Fisher and the Titans are looking to draft their quarterback of the future, which should help revive the team, and the fans, for 2006.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/10/2006 | Read more »
The 49ers had the worst offense in the league last season. Using their early draft picks to take a wide receiver, tight end, or offensive lineman will go a long way to bringing the team back to respectability.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/10/2006 | Read more »
Movie posters are a hot new collectible, and with the internet, it is easier than ever to start collecting.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/9/2006 | Read more »
With 2006 being billed as Brett Favre's last year, Green Bay can only draft players that will mature into everyday starters in a year or two.
By Victor Medina | Published 5/8/2006 | Read more »
With offensive weapons Terrell OWens, Julius Jones and Jason Witten on the roster, the Cowboys can become a contender by drafting some future defensive stars in 2006.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/28/2006 | Read more »
The Bishop Arts District in Dallas, Texas, is home to some of the city's best restaurants. Families, couples, professionals, and students all have a place to meet and eat in the District.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/21/2006 | Read more »
Enrolled agents are professionals who can represent taxpayers before the IRS. They are certified by the Treasury Department as knowledgeable in all areas of the tax code.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/19/2006 | Read more »
For anyone looking for an easy way to file taxes online, both TurboTax and H&R Block offer great services, and for many, the service is free!
By Victor Medina | Published 4/18/2006 | Read more »
Can't find a funny at the local theater? Rent one of these comedies from the past and find a hidden gem.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/13/2006 | Read more »
Taxpayers can use IRS Form 4868 to request an extension of time to prepare their tax return. The form is easy to complete and give staxpayers six more months to complete their return, but there are specifics you should know.
By Victor Medina | Published 4/12/2006 | Read more »
When it is time to start using your mower again with the first sunny days of spring, take it to a servicing delaer first to make sure it is working properly and ready for a full summer of work.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/24/2006 | Read more »
Star Wars figures and toys changed movie merchandising. The nearly 100 action figures were produced during the run of the original Star Wars movies, and they, along with their ships and accessories, are among today's hottest collectibles.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/21/2006 | Read more »
One of MTV's most popular metal bands in the 1980's, Stryper has released its first studio album in 15 years. The Christian band has released a new cd that will have rock purists, regardless of faith, rejoicing.
By Victor Medina | Published 3/3/2006 | Read more »
The floor from which Lee Harvey Oswald is believed to have assassinated President John F. Kennedy has been transformed into a tribute to the fallen leader.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/11/2005 | Read more »
Now known as the southern part of Dallas, Texas, Oak Cliff offers upscale historical neighborhoods among rolling hills and scenic views.
By Victor Medina | Published 8/9/2005 | Read more »
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