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Friday, November 07, 2008

ANOTHER BANK GOES UNDER - SECURITY PACIFIC

Within an hour of posting the latest Banking Fatality yet another one emerges. Regulators just shut down Security Pacific Bank in California making this the 19th banking fatality this year.

SBYnews originally predicted approximately 15 banks would go under as a result of sinking real estate assets. We were wrong. . .it's worse than than our original estimates.

Just released moments ago: http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/business/6101174.html

ANOTHER BANK BITES THE DUST

Folks, once again it's Friday night and just like clock work the Feds have seized another bank.
This makes the 18th Bank seizure by Government this year. This AP report was released less than 34 minutes ago, but as usual SBYnews is right on top of it.

This one will only cost the FDIC about 1.4 - 1.6 billion dollars.

The latest fatality is Franklin Bank of Houston Texas. And once again, they moved-in right after the bank closed on this Friday evening.

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5i7a83ownP_4eSGcjaEzMtU63H6RgD94AE9BO0
http://www.bankfranklin.com/

BREAKING NEWS, Kratovil Wins 1st District Seat Over Harris

Kratovil Wins 1st District Seat Over Harris

Democrat Frank Kratovil has defeated Republican Andy Harris to win a seat that
has been held by the GOP for 18 years in Maryland's tight 1st District
Congressional Race. More to come....

GO HERE

REMEMBER: HISTORICAL MOMENTS BY GEORGE CHEVALLIER

HISTORICAL MOMENTS BY GEORGE CHEVALLIER will be up once again tomorrow morning.

TEXAS HOLD"EM

WHAT: MARDELA SPRINGS VFC TEXAS HOLD"EM

WHEN: Saturday, November 8th 12 Noon

WHERE: Mardela Springs Volunteer Fire Co.
Station Street, Mardela Springs, MD 21837

WHY: Raise Money for the Fire Company

HOW MUCH? Entrance Fee is $150 with $120 going to the pot. Top 5 to 7 winners (depending on the # of contestants) Top Prize gets Half the Pot

Doors open at 10 am. Play starts at 12 noon exactly. No one late will be admitted.

Luncg buffet and soda included with entrance fee.

Directions From Salisbury: Take RT 50 west until the traffic light at Mardela Springs. Turn Left onto Main St. Turn Right onto Station St. (3rd right) or go past the light on RT50 and make the second left. This will be Station St.

Call 410-749-5997 for info.

Don't Drink and Drive

For those of you who think you can get out of a dui, check this out.


I know our fine police officers around this area would never try this, well maybe in Dorchester county.


324 Comments In One Day

Yesterday was quite the day comment wise. There were 324 approved comments. Sadly, there were still quite a few rejected. If only some people would stop attacking and using curse words they might get their point out there.

Thanks for getting involved. Remember, if you're anonymous, simply click the comment icon at the bottom of the Post, then click the anonymous button, type in your message and then type in the "Word Verification" letters and your message will come through. NO ONE will know who you are, including me.

If you don't want to set up an account but you'd like to use your name, simply sign your message at the end like you would a letter. So much for the Dirty Dozen, eh Mayor?

Salisbury Kennel Club Dog Show











Here's just a little sample of what you'll see when you attend the Dog Show this weekend. There are Vendors everywhere selling specialty items of all sorts and Championship Dogs everywhere you look. I like the Beagles this year. The Salisbury Kennel Club is give out free dog treats and Hershey Kisses. Jennifer made me eat the Dog Treat and gave the Hershey Kiss to the dog. WOMEN!

Playhouse Disney Live! Adds Matinee Show

Tickets for the Matinee Show go on Sale Saturday, November 8 Online Only

(Salisbury, MD) Celebrate with your Playhouse Disney pals when Playhouse Disney Live! comes to your hometown! In this live show, you're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course! Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat. Laugh, sing and play along, 'cause your favorite Playhouse Disney pals are live on stage, and you're invited to join the party!

Playhouse Disney Live! is coming to the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury, MD on November 21. Due to the popularity of the 7:00pm show, a special matinee has been added to the schedule. Tickets for the 3:00pm matinee performance go on sale Saturday, November 8 at 10:00am online only at www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org and begin at $16. Beginning Monday, November 10 tickets can also be purchased at the WY&CC Box Office (open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm) or by phone at 410-548-4911. No exchanges will be made on previously purchased tickets for the 7:00pm, November 21 show.

Be the first to know about upcoming events at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center by signing up for Press Pass Email. Visit www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org to sign up.

Some Of My Favorite People In The Whole World


When I spoke to Fernando Guerrero on the phone and told him my Wife and Stacy Sakai were coming by the Dog Show, all of a sudden Fernando became the biggest animal lover on the Planet! It was not only a pleasure to have him come visit the Dog Show as well, it was an honor to have him there and so many people were grateful for him showing up as well as Stacy.

Here's what bothers me though. Fernando has a big Billboard on Rt. 13. Stacy has a Billboard on Rt. 13 but Joe the Blogger has NOTHING! Well, at least I have a goal now. One day when I become somebody, I'll know it when I'm up on one of those big old Billboards. LOL

You never know who you're going to run into at the Salisbury Kennel Club Dog Show.

A Special Happy Birthday Today To Stacy Sakai


Today is Stacy Sakai's Birthday. Stacy is a major animal lover and came to visit Jennifer and I at the Civic Center to see the DOG SHOW today before heading off to New York to see a Broadway Play.

Please Folks, if you have time to spare or you're looking for something to do this afternoon/evening and or Saturday and Sunday, visit the Salisbury Kennel Club Dog Show and show your support.

Thanks for coming by Stacy and Happy Birthday.

Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases


Incident: Assault
Date of Incident: 31 October 2008
Location: 500 block of College Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Juvenile, 17, Salisbury, MD


Narrative: On 31 October 2008 at 11:51 PM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported altercation between two subjects in a front yard in the 500 block of College Avenue, Salisbury, MD. While on scene, one of those involved, a 17 year old male juvenile became extremely belligerent towards the deputies using loud and profane language. While the deputies attempted to ascertain what was happening, the juvenile began spitting on the deputies and even kicked one of them.

The deputies completed a referral for Juvenile Charges that will be sent to the Department of Juvenile Services. The juvenile was released to a guardian.

Charges:
Assault

Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 3 November 2008
Location: 2700 block of N. Salisbury Blvd. Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Kashawn Lamar Fooks, 28 Delmar, MD


Narrative: On 3 November 2008 at 11:51 PM, a deputy was in the parking lot of the Wawa convenience store on N. Salisbury Blvd. when the deputy observed a vehicle parked, unattended, in front of the store. The deputy observed that the keys had been left in the ignition, the engine was running and that loud music was coming from the vehicle. The deputy waited until the vehicle operator, Kashawn Fooks, exited the store and then spoke with the operator about the violations the deputy observed. While speaking with Fooks, the deputy detected the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. The deputy searched the vehicle and located a bag containing what the deputy recognized as marijuana in the center console.

Fooks was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Unit at the Wicomico County Detention Center where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Fooks was detained in the Detention Center in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.

Charges:
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Operating a sound amplification system from a vehicle that can be heard over 50 feet away

Incident: Burglary
Date of Incident: 5 November 2008
Location: 24700 block of Porter Mill Road, Hebron, MD
Suspect: Laura Regina Gniazdowski, 40, Ocean Pines, MD


Narrative: On 5 November 2008 at 3:21 AM, deputies responded to the report of a homeowner who had an intruder restrained inside his residence. Upon their arrival, the deputies learned that the homeowner returned home to find Laura Gniazdowski waiting in his drive way. Gniazdowski assaulted a female companion of the homeowner and then entered the residence without the homeowner’s permission. Once inside the residence, Gniazdowski began destroying property of the homeowner before exiting the residence and driving away. The homeowner advised only a few minutes later, Gniazdowski returned, entered the residence without permission and attempted to take property out of the residence. While in the kitchen, Gniazdowski picked up a full beer bottle and threw it at the homeowner’s companion, barely missing her. The homeowner then observed that Gniazdowski was holding pepper spray in a threatening manner so the homeowner had no choice but to physically retrain Gniazdowski while the Sheriff’s Office was called for help.

After the investigation, Gniazdowski was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Unit where she was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Gniazdowski was detained in the Detention Center in lie of $7,500.00 bond.

Charges:
Trespassing
Openly Wear and Carry Pepper Mace in a Threatening Manner
Burglary
Assault
Malicious Destruction of Property

Neighborhood Alert

It's been reported to Salisbury police that several cars were broken into early this morning (the latest being at about 7:30) in the 700 and 800 blocks of Camden Avenue. All of the cars were parked in the owners' driveways. At least one vehicle was unlocked. Theft occurred in at least two of the break-ins. One victim saw the perpetrator in their vehicle and called police, describing the individual as follows:

Black male
5' 9" - 5' 10"
180 pounds
Brown hat
Brown jacket

If you have seen an individual fitting this description in or near the Camden neighborhood, please call the Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3165.

To minimize the possibility of similar events occurring, all are urged to never leave their keys in their vehicles and to lock their car doors every time they leave their vehicles.

California's Prop 8

"Joe

I was on CNN.com and was watching the ireport about California passing prop 8, and after the last few days of actually feeling proud to be an American (for the first time in many years), some of the comments left by people viewing the story made me feel sick. That just 2 days ago the country could come together and elect an African American man as president and still be this closed minded and hateful towards gays is truly a sad day for this country. Im not a very religious person (i don't actively practice any mainstream religion) but i believe that if you live a good life and don't steal, commit adultery, lie, commit murder and don't have hate in your heart towards people that are different from you, you will be just fine in this world and what ever may come when you pass on. Anyway about 2 pages into the comments there was a person that, i felt made his point without hate in his heart, and truly expressed what the meaning of this great country is, here is his post."

tylerBlog wrote
"Remember America, once in our dark history, blacks had to use a separate restroom, and once women couldn't vote.
I am a heterosexual male, so I got to legally marry the one I love. WHY are same sex couples denied the same rights and privileges as EVERYONE ELSE? It's really only one word - HATE
This is almost the year 2009 (not the 1950's) and Right Wing White Christian America needs to grow some compassion already. If you are hateful enough to vote to ban gay marriages, why don't you go ahead and try and make gay people sit in the back of the bus, and use separate water fountains and restrooms. Why don't you put up signs in restaurants the say "No Gays"... hell, why not try and get Congress to classify them as "Less Than Human" or "Sub-Human" - because by making a law that keeps someone from being able to mary the person that they love, you are saying that they are less than human, because they don't have the same rights as every OTHER human.

GROW UP AMERICA... your old fashioned ancient religions don't govern society anymore...

and I'm sick of the argument " well, if two men can get married, how am I supposed to explain that to my child?" That's the rudest argument of all... You're basically saying someone can't mary the person they love simply because you don't want to have to explain it to your child? Feel free to tell your children that gay marriage is wrong, or whatever beliefs you want to instill in your child, but YOU CAN'T DENY ANYONE THERE BASIC RIGHTS AS A HUMAN BEING... and marrying the one you love is one of those rights. If you vote to ban gay marriage, you are trampling on Freedom, and our forefathers will roll over in their graves."

I've not been reading your blog long enough to have caught your views on gays, but from your posts in the last few days, I'm hoping that your open minded enough right now to post this and maybe make people think for once less about how other peoples actions may make them look and how their actions are making them look to the rest of the world.

Thank you,
Chris

Reminder: Benefit For Hebron Family That Lost Their Home Due To Fire

Gannett Faces 10% Layoffs, Including The Daily Times

Gannett is laying off another 10% of it's workforce including the Daily Times. It will be announced to the employees by November 14th. ALL Sales Staff should contact me at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com . HERE WE COME!

Beaglin Park Drive

As many of you have been asking if and when this road will officially open, I was just informed it will happen on the 21st of this month.

Mental Health Outsourcing

I was depressed last night, so I called Lifeline.

I got a call center in Pakistan.

I told them I was suicidal.

They got all excited and asked if I could drive a truck.

Missing Cat In Pittsville

Hi im from Pittsville and Our cat went missing yesterday he is a light gray,
slim, 2 yr old tiger stripped kitty. I thought you said you were from pittsville
and im trying to contact anyone who may live in town to keep an eye out. We live
by pittsville motors and im hoping he hasnt traveled to far. if you hear
anything please contact tracy at 410-603-2743.

TIME GETS BETTER WITH AGE

TIME GETS BETTER WITH AGE
Read it through to the end, it gets better as you go!



I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sings "Silent Night".
Age 5

I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either.
Age 7

I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back.
Age 9

I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again.
Age 12

I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you shouldtry cheering someone else up.
Age 14

I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me.
Age 15

I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice.
Age 24

I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures.
Age 26

I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.
Age 29

I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.
Age 30

I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it.
Age 42

I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.
Age 44

I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others.
Age 46

I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.
Age 47

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
Age 48

I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures.
Age 26

I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.
Age 29

I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.
Age 30

I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it.
Age 42

I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.
Age 44

I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others.
Age 46

I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.
Age 47

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
Age 48

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
Age 62

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.
Age 64

I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
Age 65

I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision.
Age 66

I've learned that everyone can use a prayer.
Age 72

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
Age 82

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
Age 90

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
Age 92

THE DAILY TIMES ON THE PROWL

"Joe:

The Daily Slime is on the prow.

FYI I heard Greg Bassett say on WQMR radio during Tuesday's broadcast that The Daily Times was going to start a new bloggers site.

He didn't mention your name specifically, but, I know what he's up to. His paper is losing market share big time and he wants to mimic your site in hopes of drawing new business."

Time Saver

This a time-saving chore that will clean both the commode and kitty:
1. Put both lids of the toilet up and add 1/8 cup of pet shampoo to the water in the bowl.
2. Pick up the cat and soothe him while you carry him towards the bathroom.
3. In one smooth movement, put the cat in the toilet and close the lid. You may need to stand on the lid.
4. The cat will self agitate and make ample suds. Never mind the noises that come from the toilet, the cat is actually enjoying this.
5. Flush the toilet three or four times. This provides a 'power-wash' and rinse'.
6. Have someone open the front door of your home. Be sure that there are no people between the bathroom and the front door.
7. Stand behind the toilet as far as you can, and quickly lift the lid.
8. The cat will rocket out of the toilet, streak through the bathroom, and run outside where he will dry himself off.
9. Both the commode and the cat will be sparkling clean.


Sincerely,

The Dog



The Boy & The Father

A little boy got on the bus, sat next to a man reading a book, and noticed he had his collar on backwards. The little boy asked why he wore his collar backwards. The man, who was a priest, said, ' I am a Father. '

The little boy replied, ' My Daddy doesn't wear his collar like that. '

The priest looked up from his book and answered, ' ' I am the Father of many. '

The boy said, ' ' My Dadhas 4 boys, 4 girls and two grandchildren and he doesn't wear his collar that way! '

The priest, getting impatient, said. ' I am the Father of hundreds ' , and went back to reading his book.

The little boy sat quietly thinking for a while, then leaned over and said, Maybe you should wear a condom and put your pants on backwards instead of your collar.

Chief Alan Webster Throws Another Fit


Last week when the States Attorney's Office was hosting a Press Conference on a drug bust, Chief Webster threatened to walk out of the Press Conference if they allowed Joe Albero to be present.

Ever since his lawsuit started against me, notice how the Salisbury Police Department hasn't had one single Press Conference at Police Headquarters. This is because the Judge DID consider Salisbury News Main Stream Media and the City must allow me to be present at any such said Press Conferences. Granted, I was not protected by the Shield Law because I never took a salary from Salisbury News. However, the Judge did consider me MSM.

Webster has made sure nothing has been held in their location because he knows I'll be tipped off immediately and proceed to walk through the doors. If they deny me, there will be an immediate lawsuit so rather than getting in a pickle, they have chosen to host Press Conferences elsewhere and then he threatens to walk out if I show up. WAH, WAH, WAH!

While I was invited to attend, I chose to be the bigger and better man and stayed away from the last one. However, I can assure you, this will not happen again. Chiefy is just going to have to get used to the fact that this City IS big enough for the two of us and his little baby games just ended.

There was a more recent situation where Chiefy challenged a friend of mine with being in my presence and quite frankly this didn't sit very well with my friend either. Webster's obsession with me is clearly making him look like a fool and extremely immature. Grow up Chief! How many times will you be called a LOSER before you get the fact that no one supports you?

Oh, so all of you know. The Press Conference I didn't attend because of Chiefy's Hissy Fit, I still had the news out hours before anyone else.

Question of the Day, Fri 11/7

Tomorrow is International Tongue Twister Day.

definition of tongue twister - A sequence of words, often alliterative, difficult to articulate quickly.

Do you have one that you can say?

Here's a few:

I wish to wish the wish you wish to wish, but if you wish the wish the witches wish, I wouldn't wish the wish you wish to wish.

I thought a thought, but the thought I thought wasn't the thought I thought I thought. If the thought the thought I thought had been the thought I thought, I wouldn't have thought so much.

If one doctor doctors another doctor does the doctor who doctors the doctor doctor the doctor the way the doctor he is doctoring doctors? Or does the doctor doctor the way the doctor who doctors doctors?

A skunk sat on a stump and thunk the stump stunk, but the stump thunk the skunk stunk.

WICOMICO PUBLIC FOREST IN DANGER

A publicly owned forest is in danger of being clear-cut if ITS OWNERS, the citizens of Wicomico County, do nothing about it. The forest is part of a 350-acre parcel purchased by the county using state funds from Program Open Space. The forest contains numerous species typical in our native mixed forests: pine, yes, but also oak, dogwood, beech, holly, sweet gum, magnolia, and many other plant species, and deer, woodpeckers, raccoons, turtles, voles, skunks, and hawks. This forest should be left alone for the benefit of humans and other living things. It is absorbing carbon, producing oxygen, and filtering rainwater into the aquifer.

But right now a bulldozer sits in this forest. It is there because Wicomico County and the Army Corps of Engineers are testing this site as a place to dump mud from the next phase of a Corps project dredging the Wicomico River. The bulldozer is there to clear a path for the core driller, and the core driller is there to check the soil and the aquifer level before clear-cutting the forest to create a dump site for the dredge spoils begins.

When an Army Corps of Engineers employee was asked if the Corps or the county's Public Works Department were planning to cut the forest, he replied, "Only on the inside." Thirty acres or so. That's a larger area than you'd think. This is what will happen if we let it.

Wicomico County has not yet decided where to locate the dredge spoils dump, but this forest land is one of the few options it is still considering. If you don't want to lose this forest, you should call or write to anyone you know in the county government. John Redden (Acting Director of Public Works, 410-548-4810), Gary Mackes (Director of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism, 410-548-4900, ext. 106), and Jim Grindle
(Public Works civil engineer overseeing the spoils dump facility project, 410-548-4810) would be good people to talk to. If you are not satisfied with what they tell you, you can call your county council member or Rick Pollitt, the County Executive (410-548-4800). Tell them to build the dredge spoils dump facility on a field instead of cutting the forest. Request that they have a plan for the Pirates Wharf Park
before destroying its forest.

The county has promised that it will not make a final decision before holding a public meeting. WET will keep you informed by email when a date is set for that meeting, and we encourage you to attend and make your views known to county officials.

If you want to get involved and make a difference, this is a good way to do so. If you want to see the forest, drive 2.5 miles down Whitehaven Road from Nanticoke Road and start counting telephone poles. Across from the fourth pole is a trail into the forest. Remember, THIS FOREST BELONGS TO YOU.

Woman And A Fork

There was a young woman who had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and had been given three months to live. So as she was getting her things 'in order,' she contacted her Pastor and had him come to her house to discuss certain aspects of her final wishes. She told him which songs she wanted sung at the service, what scriptures she would like read, and what outfit she wanted to be buried in.
Everything was in order and the Pastor was preparing to leave when the young woman suddenly remembered something very important to her. 'There's one more thing,' she said excitedly. 'What's that' came the Pastor's reply. 'This is very important,' the young woman continued. 'I want to be buried with a fork in my right hand.'

The Pastor stood looking at the young woman, not knowing quite what to say. 'That surprises you, doesn't it?' the young woman asked. 'Well, to be honest, I'm puzzled by the request,' said the Pastor. The young woman explained. 'My grandmother once told me this story, and from that time on I have always tried to pass along its message to those I love and those who are in need of encouragement. In all my years of attending socials and dinners, I always remember that when the dishes of the main course were being cleared, someone would inevitably lean over and say, 'Keep your fork.' It was my favorite part because I knew that something better was coming...like velvety chocolate cake or deep-dish apple pie. Something wonderful, and with substance!'

So, I just want people to see me there in that casket with a fork in my hand and I want them to wonder 'What's with the fork?' Then I want you to tell them: 'Keep your fork, the best is yet to come.'

The Pastor's eyes welled up with tears of joy as he hugged the young woman good-bye. He knew this would be one of the last times he would see her before her death. But he also knew that the young woman had a better grasp of heaven than he did. She had a better grasp of what heaven would be like than many people twice her age, with twice as much experience and knowledge. She KNEW that something better was coming.

At the funeral people were walking by the young woman's casket and they saw the cloak she was wearing and the fork placed in her right hand. Over and over, the Pastor heard the question, 'What's with the fork?' And over and over he smiled.
During his message, the Pastor told the people of the conversation he had with the young woman shortly before she died. He also told them about the fork and about what it symbolized to her. He told the people how he could not stop thinking about the fork, and told them that they probably would not be able to stop thinking about it either.

He was right. So the next time you reach down for your fork let it remind you, ever so gently, that the best is yet to come. Friends are a very rare jewel, indeed. They make you smile and encourage you to succeed. Cherish the time you have, and the memories you share. Being friends with someone is not an opportunity but a sweet responsibility.

Sarah Palin And John McCain PLAYING HOUSE!!!

Obama Not Paying Campaign Workers

Hey Joe

Thought I would send you this link about Obama campaign workers not getting paid. I also found it interesting that for 3 hours of work they were given a 30 dollar prepaid Visa card. No taxes taken out?

http://www.wthr.com/global/story.asp?s=9299280

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