Cincinnati MetroMix had egg on its face this week with what they had originally billed as the "Best of Cincinnati" contest. CityBeat made MetroMix aware of the problem with using "Best of Cincinnati" which is a federally trademarked item. MetroMix updated the information surrounding the contest, including the website.
The moral of the story, check with the lawyers before using a title that sounds like a very similar title for a very similar contest that's been around for 14 years. Better yet, be original, and don't rely on corporate programs! A long winded moral, but one that everyone should learn. The non-relying-on-corporate part is the hardest part to do, since most of reliance is mandatory. Another reason to read local.
The actual Best of Cincinnati voting opens soon!
Friday, January 15, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Because We Have To Do Something
Approximately 2 million people live in the capital of Haiti and the surrounding areas where the earthquake struck. The American Red Cross is now estimating that 3 million people are affected by the disaster. Current reports from Haiti tell of terrible destruction, widespread chaos, and overcrowded hospitals. Preliminary reports are estimating the death toll could be as high as 50,000.
Former Republican Presidential candidate, Rev Pat Robertson says the earthquake is God's punishment on Haiti because of some "pact with the devil" Haitians made at the time of Napoleon III. America's moral compass (and occasional drug addict), Rush Limbaugh, saw the devastation and death in Haiti this way:
This will play right into Obama's hands. He's humanitarian, compassionate. They'll use this to burnish their, shall we say, "credibility" with the black community--in the both light-skinned and dark-skinned black community in this country. It's made-to-order for them. That's why he couldn't wait to get out there, could not wait to get out there.
Thankfully neither of these cartoonish boobs represent actual people in America.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Council Staff Bonuses Not a Big Deal
Berding and Bortz gave year end bonuses to their staffers.
This is not a big deal, especially since the amount of money is not hugely significant. They both did not use of their payroll budget, so how they structure the salaries of their staff is their prerogative. I was pleased to see everyone come in under budget overall. I wonder, what is Monzel not spending money on that other council members are? How is he able to have 25,000+ left over? Cole was close behind at 17,000+. So the question could go to her as well.
This is not a big deal, especially since the amount of money is not hugely significant. They both did not use of their payroll budget, so how they structure the salaries of their staff is their prerogative. I was pleased to see everyone come in under budget overall. I wonder, what is Monzel not spending money on that other council members are? How is he able to have 25,000+ left over? Cole was close behind at 17,000+. So the question could go to her as well.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
And Many More....
Happy birthday to Brian Griffin, who has just completed his thirty-eighth revolution around the sun!
CSO 2010-11: Wow, Wow, Wow!
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2010-2011 schedule. It is, easily, the most impressive lineup of CSO concerts in one season in the ten years I've lived here.
Both Janelle Gelfand and Mary Ellyn Hutton have the scoop. (A note here: until this weekend, I was unaware that Ms. Hutton, the outstanding reporter/critic formerly of the Cincinnati Post, had a site where she continues to write and blog. Griff: get a link up!) The highlights of the season include:
Paavo will conduct nine of the season's concerts. (At least, I count nine. Gelfand and Hutton both say eight, but I think they're referring to subscription series concerts, which doesn't include the Yo-Yo Ma farewell gala.)
It's a season to look forward to, and will no doubt be one to remember.
Both Janelle Gelfand and Mary Ellyn Hutton have the scoop. (A note here: until this weekend, I was unaware that Ms. Hutton, the outstanding reporter/critic formerly of the Cincinnati Post, had a site where she continues to write and blog. Griff: get a link up!) The highlights of the season include:
- a cycle of all five Beethoven concertos;
- five commissioned fanfares;
- an opening weekend featuring Kathleen Battle;
- a "farewell gala" featuring Yo-Yo Ma; and
- Vadim Repin performing the Sibelius Violin Concerto.
Paavo will conduct nine of the season's concerts. (At least, I count nine. Gelfand and Hutton both say eight, but I think they're referring to subscription series concerts, which doesn't include the Yo-Yo Ma farewell gala.)
It's a season to look forward to, and will no doubt be one to remember.
City Council Passes Rules by 6-3 Vote
WVXU is reporting Cincinnati City Council adopted rules rules to govern council today, almost a month and half after they normally are adopted.
I'm wondering who voted in the majority, anyone there for the vote care to update us with names?
I'm wondering who voted in the majority, anyone there for the vote care to update us with names?
Does Smitherman Only Know How to Threaten People?
Is Chris Smitherman, president of the local chapter of the NAACP, only able to communicate via threat?
It sounds like the school board to a degree agreed with his position that not enough African-Americans were employed on the current school construction projects. So, Smitherman went into his bag of tricks and pulled out the only thing he has: shouting threats. Political retribution to a school board is akin to telling a volunteer staffer you are going to dock their pay for being late. That aside, Smitherman has no political power to use. In the last election he had little influence on City races, so what makes him think he can do anything for the school board?
The more telling questions not answered were alluded to in the article: How many non-whites are employed on the constructional projects? Did the projects reach the goal of 40% of workers from city residents?
Maybe if Smitherman asked more questions, instead of demanding answers to the wrong ones, he might be taken seriously and maybe even has his opinion considered.
It sounds like the school board to a degree agreed with his position that not enough African-Americans were employed on the current school construction projects. So, Smitherman went into his bag of tricks and pulled out the only thing he has: shouting threats. Political retribution to a school board is akin to telling a volunteer staffer you are going to dock their pay for being late. That aside, Smitherman has no political power to use. In the last election he had little influence on City races, so what makes him think he can do anything for the school board?
The more telling questions not answered were alluded to in the article: How many non-whites are employed on the constructional projects? Did the projects reach the goal of 40% of workers from city residents?
Maybe if Smitherman asked more questions, instead of demanding answers to the wrong ones, he might be taken seriously and maybe even has his opinion considered.
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