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He proved that California wines could compete with world's best
robert mondavi 1913-2008 Robert Mondavi, the vintner who built his career and helped an iconic Northern California industry blossom by insisting that Napa Valley wines can compete with the best in the world, died in the valley Friday. He was 94.Mr. Mondavi died peacefully at his home in Yountville, Robert Mondavi Winery spokeswoman Mia Malm said."It is hard to imagine anyone having more of a lasting impact on California's $20 billion-a-year wine industry than Robert Mondavi," Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said in a statement. Mr. Mondavi, said the governor, was "a tireless entrepreneur who transformed how the world felt about California wine, and an unforgettable personality to everyone who knew him."Mr. Mondavi was 52 and a winemaking veteran in 1966 when he opened the winery that would help turn the Napa Valley into a world center of the industry. Clashes with a brother that included a fistfight led him to break from the family business to carry out his ambitious plans with borrowed money.
Kentucky.com – 5 hours, 34 minutes ago ¦ comment?
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robert mondavi 1913-2008 Robert Mondavi, the vintner who built his career and helped an iconic Northern California industry blossom by insisting that Napa Valley wines can compete with the best in the world, died in the valley Friday. He was 94.Mr. Mondavi died peacefully at his home in Yountville, Robert Mondavi Winery spokeswoman Mia Malm said."It is hard to imagine anyone having more of a lasting impact on California's $20 billion-a-year wine industry than Robert Mondavi," Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said in a statement. Mr. Mondavi, said the governor, was "a tireless entrepreneur who transformed how the world felt about California wine, and an unforgettable personality to everyone who knew him."Mr. Mondavi was 52 and a winemaking veteran in 1966 when he opened the winery that would help turn the Napa Valley into a world center of the industry. Clashes with a brother that included a fistfight led him to break from the family business to carry out his ambitious plans with borrowed money.
Kentucky.com – 5 hours, 34 minutes ago ¦ comment?
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Governor signs Benoit elder abuse bill
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed into law Assembly Bill 1158, which will authorize courtroom use of two-way video conferencing to question sick or infirm witnesses.
MyDesert.com – 14 hours, 48 minutes ago ¦ comment?
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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed into law Assembly Bill 1158, which will authorize courtroom use of two-way video conferencing to question sick or infirm witnesses.
MyDesert.com – 14 hours, 48 minutes ago ¦ comment?
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Calif. Legislator Seeks Study Of Internet Violence, Access Limits
A state assemblyman asked California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to create a task force on violent and inappropriate Internet content.
Information Week – 19 hours, 1 minute ago ¦ comment?
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A state assemblyman asked California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to create a task force on violent and inappropriate Internet content.
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California Gov. calls for expanding, privatizing lottery
Anxious to avoid deep cuts in education spending, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger today on Wednesday proposed dramatically expanding the state lottery and slashing programs for the poor and disabled instead, to help close a budget gap now pegged at $17.2billion.lottery, Financials, California, Legislation, Education, Government, Privitize Lottery
Lottery Post – 22 hours, 57 minutes ago ¦ comment?
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Anxious to avoid deep cuts in education spending, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger today on Wednesday proposed dramatically expanding the state lottery and slashing programs for the poor and disabled instead, to help close a budget gap now pegged at $17.2billion.lottery, Financials, California, Legislation, Education, Government, Privitize Lottery
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Doubts cast on lottery as state budget panacea
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's controversial plan to borrow against future state lottery revenue has been successful in other states, but California may find it difficult to raise enough money from lottery ticket sales to repay bonds used to bridge its giant...
SFGate.com – May 16, 2008 07:00 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's controversial plan to borrow against future state lottery revenue has been successful in other states, but California may find it difficult to raise enough money from lottery ticket sales to repay bonds used to bridge its giant...
SFGate.com – May 16, 2008 07:00 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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California school districts deciding how to cope with state budget cuts
L.A. Unified and others consider spending reductions amid uncertainty about their funding. Balanced budgets must be submitted by June 30. Like many school systems throughout the state, Los Angeles Unified School District officials spent Thursday reviewing financial projections that will include cutting programs and services because Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's revised budget does not provide enough funding.
Los Angeles Times – May 16, 2008 06:18 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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L.A. Unified and others consider spending reductions amid uncertainty about their funding. Balanced budgets must be submitted by June 30. Like many school systems throughout the state, Los Angeles Unified School District officials spent Thursday reviewing financial projections that will include cutting programs and services because Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's revised budget does not provide enough funding.
Los Angeles Times – May 16, 2008 06:18 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Warren Cowan, a Star at Promoting Stars, Dies at 87
Mr. Cowan, a powerful and innovative publicist, represented generations of celebrities — from Doris Day to Bette Midler, Frank Sinatra to Elton John, Ronald Reagan to Arnold Schwarzenegger.
New York Times – May 16, 2008 04:16 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Mr. Cowan, a powerful and innovative publicist, represented generations of celebrities — from Doris Day to Bette Midler, Frank Sinatra to Elton John, Ronald Reagan to Arnold Schwarzenegger.
New York Times – May 16, 2008 04:16 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Governor Hopes Third Time Is The CharmGov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shrugged off criticism concerning the budget, and said the Supreme Court made the right decision concerning gay marriage Thursday.
KCRA.com – May 16, 2008 01:50 AM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Schwarzenegger Vows Support For Marriage Ruling
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is vowing to uphold the California Supreme Court's ruling striking down a state ban on gay marriage.
cbs5.com – May 15, 2008 11:47 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Local: California: San Francisco
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is vowing to uphold the California Supreme Court's ruling striking down a state ban on gay marriage.
cbs5.com – May 15, 2008 11:47 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Schwarzenegger's jet hits turbulence in airport squabble
Associated Press - May 15, 2008 7:24 PM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) - The governor might have to find a new runway for his jet. Arnold Schwarzenegger's almost daily commute from his Los Angeles...
KTVN.com – May 15, 2008 11:24 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Associated Press - May 15, 2008 7:24 PM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) - The governor might have to find a new runway for his jet. Arnold Schwarzenegger's almost daily commute from his Los Angeles...
KTVN.com – May 15, 2008 11:24 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Local: Nevada: Reno