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Pistons: Detroit is one of two teams without back-to-back wins this season. The other is Miami. … Ellington got fouled twice on 3-pointers, making all three free throws on the first, missing after making the 3 on the second. … Grant is the 12th player in Pistons history to score 20 points in at least 12 consecutive games. … [Read more...] about Heat Rally From 19 Down, Top Pistons 113-107 To End Slide

The pandemic hit the economy hard and Samsung is now dropping the price for its latest smartphone by $200 less than last year’s version. The ultra-version of the new Samsung Galaxy S21 comes with advanced cameras, delivering a better zoom on images far away and clearer closeups. … [Read more...] about Consumer Electronics Show Goes Virtual, Many Products Designed To Protect Against COVID-19

While last week’s violence was abhorrent, impeachment is one of the most sacred powers a Member of Congress can exercise, and it cannot be taken lightly. Moving forward a flawed impeachment process undercuts Congress’ voice and our ability to represent our constituents, setting a dangerous precedent of voting on impeachment without proper committee investigation. The American people demand the facts, and they deserve to know what happened on January 6th. Additionally, the Senate has already indicated it would not move on impeachment until after President-elect Biden’s inauguration, rendering the need to rush this process futile, divisive and a political stunt. … [Read more...] about Here’s How South Florida Lawmakers Voted On President Trump’s Second Impeachment

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune reports that the four-bedroom home sits on roughly a third of an acre in the planned community of Lakewood Ranch. It is perched on the edge of a lake and close to its neighbors, with nearly 8,400 square feet under the roof. … [Read more...] about Gimmie Shelter? Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger Buys Mansion South Of Tampa

Gregory Jorgensen, Deborah Jorgensen, Martin Jorgensen – President Trump granted full pardons to Gregory and Deborah Jorgensen, and a posthumous pardon to Martin Jorgensen. Governor Kristi Noem and Senator Mike Rounds support clemency for this family, which has an exemplary record of service to their community. In the 1980’s, Gregory and his father, Martin, gathered a group of South Dakota cattle producers to market and sold processed beef. The Jorgensen’s marketed their beef under the Dakota Lean brand and sold the premium product as heart-healthy and antibiotic- and hormone-free. When demand outstripped supply, Gregory, Deborah, and Martin mixed in inferior, commercial beef trim and knowingly sold misbranded beef. Since their convictions in 1996, the Jorgensen’s have served their community devotedly. Gregory was elected twice to the Tripp County Board of Commissioners and spearheaded infrastructure projects to improve access for Native American communities. … [Read more...] about Donald Trump Announces Pardons and Commutations for 143 People in Last Hours of Presidency