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South Worth News
Kitsap Transit will add four plug-ins to the newly expanded Harper church lot.

The transit agency's board of directors last month gave staff the OK to install four electric-vehicle charging units at the newly expanded Harper Evangelical Free Church lot, at Sedgwick and Wilson Creek roads.


Harper Residents Have Their Say on Southworth Drive Project

Work will begin this summer on the $1.15 million project that has been in the works since 2004.


Kitsap Co. deputy injured when stairway collapses

A sheriff's deputy was injured early Saturday when a stairway collapsed inside a vacant home he and others had been searching for burglary suspects.


All roads (hopefully) lead to South Kitsap

Two questions now percolating through the political process illustrate our vulnerability in South Kitsap and Port Orchard to changes in transportation funding that increase local residents' costs.


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A car passes through Harper on Southworth Drive Monday afternoon. A bill sponsored by two local state senators would transfer responsibility for Southworth Drive and Mile Hill Drive back to the state.


US News
Man stabbed with meat thermometer at movie in CA
Authorities say a man was stabbed in the neck with a meat thermometer after asking a woman to silence her cell phone during a screening of the film "Shutter Island" at a Southern California movie theater.
2nd ex-cop charged in Katrina coverup
A second ex-New Orleans officer charged in an alleged conspiracy to cover up a deadly police shooting of unarmed residents after Hurricane Katrina is expected to plead guilty.
Pa. woman charged with recruiting jihadists

A federal indictment accuses a Pennsylvania woman of using the Internet to recruit jihadist fighters and promote terrorism overseas, NBC News reports.



BBC World News
China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
'Last Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
Iran president in key Afghan trip
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad arrives in the Afghan capital Kabul for talks with President Hamid Karzai.
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.

Sports News
Celizic: Why no buzz about UConn women’s reign?

Celizic: Connecticut won its record 71st straight game on Monday. On Tuesday, the Huskies extended it to 72. No women’s team has ever won more consecutive games. Only UCLA’s 88-game winning streak that ran from 1971-74 is longer in D-I hoops. And America greeted this extraordinary achievement by erupting into a coast-to-coast yawn.



UConn extend win streak, roll to Big East title

Kalana Greene scored 15 points to help top-ranked Connecticut rout No. 9 West Virginia 60-32 on Tuesday night for its 72nd straight win and 16th Big East tournament championship.



Kobe beats buzzer as Lakers end skid

Kobe Bryant hit a 17-foot fallaway jumper with 1.9 seconds left, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied in the fourth quarter to snap their three-game losing streak with a 109-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.



Bucks make Celtics latest heavyweight victim

Andrew Bogut had 25 points and 17 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks knocked off another Eastern Conference heavyweight, making a fourth-quarter comeback to beat the Boston Celtics 86-84 on Tuesday night.



Tourneys, and the world, await word on Tiger

Not long after Tiger Woods returned home and starting practicing, the PGA Tour began checking with tournaments to make sure they were prepared to handle the hype over the world's No. 1 player getting back to golf.



Politics News
Roberts: Scene at State of Union ‘troubling’

U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts said Tuesday the scene at President Barack Obama's first State of the Union address was "very troubling" and that the annual speech to Congress has "degenerated into a political pep rally."



Biden slams Jerusalem housing plan

Israel approves the construction of 1,600 new homes for Jews in disputed east Jerusalem — a move that is sharply denounced by Vice President Joe Biden during a visit there.



Massa: ‘Groping’ of male aide wasn’t sexual

A New York congressman who resigned under an ethics cloud has been under investigation for allegedly groping multiple male aides, the Washington Post reported Tuesday.



Retired NY police leader's replacement now leaving
The replacement for the New York State Police superintendent who retired amid the scandal enveloping Gov. David Paterson announced his own retirement Tuesday after just a week in the top job.
Michelle Obama donates ball gown to Smithsonian

Michelle Obama said Tuesday that she'll always cherish the moment she slipped into her inaugural ball gown, a one-shouldered, white chiffon design she wore for her first Cinderella-like spins on the dance floor as first lady.



Discovery News Headlines
The LHC to Shut Down... Again?
The epic start-up drama surrounding the world's most powerful particle accelerator just took another painful twist.
A Sweet Deal Soured
It was the blockbuster environmental deal of a lifetime: Florida Governor Charlie Crist announced in 2008 that the state was going to buy 180,000 acres of wetlands from United States Sugar Corporation. The purchase would effectively close U.S. Sugar's doors ...
Test-Firing of SpaceX Falcon Rocket Aborted
There's flame in the trenches, but not the one Space Exploration Technologies was hoping for, as it counted down Tuesday afternoon to the first test-firing of its new Falcon 9 rocket. Two seconds before the rocket's nine motors were to ...
Shark Zone: A Refuge Where Predators and Tourists Mix
The Maldives government has banned shark fishing in its 35,000 square miles of sovereign waters.
Fossilized Eggshells Yield DNA
These ancient DNA samples could open the door to cloning long-extinct species.

Health and Wellness News
NYT: Flu shots in kids provide ‘herd immunity’

Although previous studies have demonstrated what scientists call “herd immunity,” none have been so incontrovertible as a study of farming colonies in Canada.



‘Drugged driving’ a growing threat, official says
Motorists under the influence of drugs are a growing threat on U.S. roads, while the number who drink and drive has fallen thanks to education and law enforcement, a top U.S. drug control official said on Tuesday.
Brazil's Silva quits smoking after 50 years

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva says a recent health scare that sent his blood pressure soaring prompted him to kick the smoking habit he had for five decades.



Donating a kidney doesn’t shorten donor’s life
People who donate one of their kidneys are likely to live just as long as someone with two healthy kidneys, assuming they survive the initial somewhat riskier period.
Britain may force owners to microchip dogs
British dog owners may be forced to microchip their pets and take out insurance, part of a proposed crackdown on the country's dangerous canines.

Entertainment News
Simon declares Bowersox to be ‘the one to beat’

She was her usual strong self this week, nailing Tracy Chapman’s “Give Me One Reason,” and the judges noted that her big selling point was that she knows herself and who she is as an artist.



Letterman ends Leno’s brief winning streak

Monday's "Late Show with David Letterman" beat "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" in adults 18-49 and adults 25-54, the demographic groups that matter most to advertisers.



Ellen’s making the other ‘Idol’ judges improve

TheWrap: With DeGeneres on board — and Simon on the way out — Randy and Kara seem to have decided it's time to start trying harder.



Rapper DMX arrested for violating probation
Troubled rapper DMX was arrested in Arizona on Tuesday for violating his probation by regularly using illegal drugs during the last nine months, authorities said.
Producer pleads guilty in Letterman case

Robert “Joe” Halderman has pleaded guilty to trying to shake down David Letterman over the comic’s sexual affairs.



Oddly Enough
Fireworks honour Mexican saint
Mar 09 - Tultepec, a town near Mexico City, stages a spectacular fireworks display to honour the patron saint of pyrotechnicians, San Juan de Dios. tara Cleary reports.



Women served up sushi treat
Mar. 9 - A restaurant in Poland serves up a treat on Women's Day -- sushi served on a male model.



New York Times Homepage
Ron Silver, 62, Persuasive Actor and Activist, Dies
Mr. Silver played Henry Kissinger, Alan Dershowitz and Angelo Dundee on the screen and supported Bill Clinton, Rudolph W. Giuliani and George W. Bush on the stump.
Leftist Salvadoran Party Wins Vote
El Salvador’s FMLN party of former Marxist guerrillas swept to power on Sunday in a presidential election that split the country along old civil war fault lines.
From Ranks of Jobless, a Flood of Volunteers
Nonprofit groups are struggling to accommodate a surge of new helpers, some of them highly skilled.
Shuttle Discovery Lifts Off for Space Station
The space shuttle and a crew of seven are headed toward the International Space Station after several delays.
Pakistan Leader Backs Down and Reinstates Top Judge
After a weekend of protests, the Pakistani government agreed to reinstate the former chief justice of the Supreme Court, a stunning concession to the opposition leader Nawaz Sharif.

Quote of the Day
Benjamin Disraeli
"Man is only great when he acts from passion."

How to of the Day
How to Make Juggling Balls from Tennis Balls
You want to juggle, but aren't sure about buying some balls specifically made for juggling. Tennis balls will work, but have some problems (they bounce, they roll away, and they look like old tennis balls). Here are some ideas which may lead you to create a cheap, unique, and nice looking set of juggling balls.

Ask Yahoo
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
Is the postmaster general really a general?
The postmaster general (PMG) has one of the coolest job titles in the United States government. But the position, while important, has little to do with the military...
Why do people yell "Free Bird!" at rock concerts?
It happens at nearly every rock show. During a lull, while the band's in between tunes, someone in the audience requests Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird." It's meant as a joke, but it's never really funny. So how did the unfortunate tradition begin?...
Who "invented" zombies?
Filmmaker George Romero turned zombies into movie icons in his epic "Night of the Living Dead" horror series. But to say he "invented" them is giving the guy too much credit. The truth is, these lurching, brain-crazed creatures have deep roots in Haitian folklore...

Healthy Recipes
Low-Sodium Recipes: Lemon Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad | Submitted By: Danyell
The sweetness of the dressing and cranberries along with the savory of the onions and celery, makes this a wonderfully refreshing salad. Great to take along to picnics or potlucks.
Healthy Appetizers: Fruity Chicken Salsa | Submitted By: Trevor Neuman
Kiwi, peaches and cucumber temper the heat of jalapeno and onion in this sweet-hot accompaniment to grilled or broiled chicken.

Home Improvement
Glass Chandeliers and Chandelier Lighting
Few things exude elegance like a chandelier. The ambiance created by chandelier lighting is often soft, but compelling at the same time; it is a look that is difficult to emulate...Read more about Glass Chandelier
Choose Wire Shelving for Strength and Durability
A wire rack is an excellent choice for any job that requires holding a lot of weight. Wire shelving is also appropriate for any area that is expected to get messy. In work...Read more about Wire Rack
The Price of Formal Furniture: Dining Room Chairs and Buffets
The dining room often contains the most elegant pieces of furniture in the house. Since they are in a place that is considered formal, dining room chairs and tables are...Read more about Dining Room Chair
The Curtain Track: Keeping Drapes and Blinds in Line
Though most often seen in commercial settings, the curtain track is becoming more popular in modern homes. The easy smooth operation of a curtain track is very desirable...Read more about Curtain Track
Track Facts: What you should Know about Track Lighting Fixtures
The versatility and convenience of track lighting has made it a fast growing choice among homeowners. Its stylish look and easy mobility provide an excellent lighting...Read more about Track Lighting Fixture

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