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Mayan Doomsday Prophecy, the End of an Era

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:47:29 EDT

Rather than a retrospective before ringing in the new year, perhaps it would be better to focus on the future. Or would it? According to some, 2012 may be last time the ball drops in Time Square.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Jan 08, 2012

My Week with Marilyn Spotlights Fan Obsessions

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:32:26 EDT

Often, fans fail to see that celebrities are only human. Sometimes they make bad choices, sometimes fate is just unkind.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Jan 07, 2012

Self-Published Authors Making Their Mark

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:24:04 EDT

Once upon a time, writers who chose to publish their own work were thought simply as “not good enough” to make it as an author. Today self-publishing is rapidly becoming a viable alternative to the snail-paced book publishing process.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Dec 15, 2011

Big Time Wrestling’s Timeless Appeal

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:34:11 EDT

Now more popular than ever, Big Time Wrestling first gained a following in the late 1960’s. Given its sharply conservative fan base, however, one would think that watching sweaty grown men roll around together in their underwear would have less appeal.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 30, 2011

New Book by Entrepreneur Greg McAfee Inspires Success

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:21:35 EDT

Dayton, Ohio area entrepreneur Greg McAfee, owner of McAfee Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., inspires business success in his new book, “It’s My Your Dream: Eight Elements to Guide Your Business Success.”

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 23, 2011

Super Committee Failure Not Surprising

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:47:05 EDT

President Obama announced this week the abject failure of the so-called congressional Super Committee. In this week's Deer In Headlines, columnist Gery L. Deer examines why it was doomed from the start.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 21, 2011

The Indignity of Alzheimer's Disease

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 07:22:22 EDT

Alzheimer's disease robs its victims of memory, personality and dignity. Since there are no survivors, activism towards a cure is minimal, only adding to the indignation.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 15, 2011

Lois Deer, of Jamestown, Ohio 1933 - 2011

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 06:08:03 EDT

Lois Jean (Sutton) Deer, 78, of 1809 Mt. Carmel Rd., Jamestown, passed away quietly on Friday, November 11, from complications related to Alzheimer’s disease.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 12, 2011

He Wondered, and We Listened

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:18:47 EDT

Barely a month after his farewell broadcast on the CBS News program, 60 Minutes, legendary commentator Andy Rooney passed away suddenly from complications related to a recent surgery. Most people don't realize what it takes to be a commentator.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Nov 07, 2011

More Retail Development Will Not Help Local Economies

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 21:50:28 EDT

Increasing the amount of available retail space where countless millions of square feet of it already sits vacant will not benefit the local economic structure. This week, Gery L. Deer examines how retail development is an incestuous effort to create jobs

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 31, 2011

Be Informed on Issues Before Election Day

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 21:38:38 EDT

With Election Day fast approaching, it’s important that voters make informed decisions before going to their polling place. So much is going on in the world right now, from unemployment to immigration, people can become blind-sided by emotions.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 25, 2011

Young Adult Scifi and Fantasy Author Liz Coley to Speak in Fairborn November 3rd

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 21:29:42 EDT

The Western Ohio Writers Association (WOWA) will host a special, public lecture and book signing presented by noted young adult fantasy author Liz Coley, beginning at 7PM, Thursday November 3, at the Fairborn Community Center, 1076 Kauffman Avenue.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 25, 2011

West Carrollton Company Laser-Engraves 1,400 Apples for University of Cincinnati

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:20:40 EDT

Will Stansfield , owner of Laser Wolf Engraving in West Carrollton, recently provided the University of Cincinnati with 1,400 laser-engraved apples for its college of education.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 19, 2011

Halloween Storytelling and the End of the World

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:06:01 EDT

For most writers, it’s hard enough to just capture then hold a reader’s attention. But writers of mystery, thrillers or horror have an altogether different problem – how to elicit deep even primal emotional responses from the audience.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 19, 2011

Occupy Wall Street Protests Lack Purpose

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:28:30 EDT

The so-called “Occupy Wall Street, Boston, insert your favorite city here” groups have collected in more than 60 cities across the country. But for all their apparent numbers, they lack a common purpose and desired outcome.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 12, 2011

Fall Festival and Zombie Walk Benefit Fairborn Community Center

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:21:25 EDT

On Saturday October 15,Fairborn will come alive with the undead, but first, a Fall Festival will offer games, live entertainment, face painting, food vendors and more to benefit the Fairborn Community Center.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 04, 2011

Writers Association Hosts Free Reading by Local Authors at Books & Co. Oct 7

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:54:45 EDT

The Western Ohio Writers Association will host live reading of original works by local authors at 7 PM, Friday, Oct. 7 th at Books & Co. at The Greene, 4453 Walnut St., Beavercreek. The event is free and open to public audience. www.westernohiowriters.org

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 04, 2011

Tech Providers Still Cashing in Despite Slow Economy

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:48:53 EDT

At a time when unemployment is critically high, jobs are scarce, and our political leaders are chosen by a process of elimination, people are still spending money on cell and computer technology.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Oct 04, 2011

Is Social Media Impeding Economic Recovery?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:18:14 EDT

Social media is beginning to overshadow person-to-person business networking, potentially stalling America's economic recovery.

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Sep 26, 2011

Address Unknown: Saving the Postal Service

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Gery L. Deer) — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 05:48:29 EDT

The Internet has cost the U.S. Postal Service billions in lost revenue. Now it's on the verge of collapse and the president has announced a plan to put a band aid on the service, but should it be saved at all?

Contributor: Gery L. Deer
Published: Sep 20, 2011